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Evan Ross

Evan Olav Ross-Næss is an American actor and musician recognized for his roles in various films. His acting career began with ATL (2006), followed by appearances in Pride (2007), According to Greta (2009), Mooz-lum (2010), and 96 Minutes (2011). He further gained prominence for his roles in Supremacy (2014), and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (2014) and Part 2 (2015). Ross has established himself as a notable figure in the entertainment industry through his work in both acting and music.

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August 26, 1988: Evan Ross Born

On August 26, 1988, Evan Olav Ross-Næss, known as Evan Ross, was born. He would later become an American actor and musician.

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2000: Parents Divorced

In 2000, Evan Ross' parents divorced.

January 2004: Father's Death

In January 2004, Evan Ross' father, Arne Næss Jr., died in a mountain climbing accident near Cape Town at the age of 66.

2005: Appeared in The Notorious B.I.G. Music Video

In 2005, Evan Ross appeared in The Notorious B.I.G.'s music video for the song "Nasty Girl".

March 2006: First Major Role in ATL

In March 2006, Evan Ross's first major role was in the film ATL, where he co-starred with rappers T.I. and Big Boi.

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2006: Acting Debut in ATL

In 2006, Evan Ross made his acting debut in the comedy-drama film ATL.

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2007: Began Recording Debut Album

In 2007, Evan Ross began recording his debut album, which was expected to encompass R&B and pop.

2007: Starred in Pride

In 2007, Evan Ross starred in the film Pride.

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2008: Appeared in Linewatch and Gardens of the Night

In 2008, Evan Ross appeared in the thriller Linewatch with Cuba Gooding, Jr., and the drama Gardens of the Night.

2009: Starred in Life Is Hot in Cracktown and According to Greta

In 2009, Evan Ross starred in the crime drama film Life Is Hot in Cracktown and in the comedy-drama film According to Greta.

2009: Starred in According to Greta

In 2009, Evan Ross starred in the film According to Greta.

2010: Joined 90210 Cast and Appeared in Films

In 2010, Evan Ross joined the cast of The CW's teen drama series 90210 and appeared in Case 219, and the film Mooz-lum.

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2010: Starred in Mooz-lum

In 2010, Evan Ross starred in the film Mooz-lum.

February 2011: Released First Single "Yes Me"

In February 2011, Evan Ross released his first single, "Yes Me".

February 25, 2011: Released Single "Yes Me"

On February 25, 2011, Evan Ross released his single "Yes Me", produced by Tony DeNiro and co-written by DeNiro and Ross.

2011: Starred in The Family Tree and 96 Minutes

In 2011, Evan Ross starred in the comedy-drama The Family Tree and co-starred in the thriller 96 Minutes.

2011: Starred in 96 Minutes

In 2011, Evan Ross starred in the film 96 Minutes.

April 28, 2012: 96 Minutes Released

On April 28, 2012, the film 96 Minutes, starring Evan Ross, was released in select theaters.

2012: Supporting Role in Jeff, Who Lives at Home

In 2012, Evan Ross had a supporting role in the comedy-drama Jeff, Who Lives at Home.

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January 2014: Engaged to Ashlee Simpson

In January 2014, Evan Ross became engaged to singer-songwriter Ashlee Simpson.

December 5, 2014: Sneak Preview of "How To Live Alone"

On December 5, 2014, Evan Ross released a sneak preview of his song "How To Live Alone" on his Instagram account.

2014: Married Ashlee Simpson

In 2014, Evan Ross married singer-songwriter Ashlee Simpson.

2014: Portrayed Dallas Austin and Appeared in Multiple Films

In 2014, Evan Ross portrayed Dallas Austin in CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story and appeared in All the Wilderness, Just Before I Go, and Supremacy.

2014: Portrayed Messalla in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1

In 2014, Evan Ross portrayed Messalla in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, which was released on November 21.

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2014: Starred in Supremacy and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1

In 2014, Evan Ross starred in the films Supremacy and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1.

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May 14, 2015: Released Single "How To Live Alone"

On May 14, 2015, Evan Ross released the song "How To Live Alone" as a single, featuring rapper T.I..

May 2015: Released Second Single "How To Live Alone"

In May 2015, Evan Ross released his second single, "How To Live Alone".

July 2015: Joined Wicked City Cast

In July 2015, Evan Ross joined the cast of ABC's crime drama series Wicked City, portraying crime scene paparazzo Diver Hawkes.

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November 20, 2015: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 Released

On November 20, 2015, Evan Ross reprised his role as Messalla in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2, which was released.

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2015: Daughter Born

In 2015, Evan Ross and Ashlee Simpson had a daughter.

2015: Starred in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2

In 2015, Evan Ross starred in the film The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2.

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2016: Featured on DJWS & Hero's Song "They"

In 2016, Evan Ross was featured on DJWS & Hero's song, "They".

2017: Major Role in Star

Beginning in 2017, Evan Ross had a major role as Angel Rivera in the second and third seasons of Fox's drama series Star.

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2017: Featured on "Restricted" by Kronic

In 2017, Evan Ross was featured on the song "Restricted" by Kronic.

October 12, 2018: Released Duet Collaboration Ashlee + Evan

On October 12, 2018, Evan Ross and his wife Ashlee Simpson, as the duo Ashlee + Evan, released a duet collaboration called Ashlee + Evan.

2018: Starred in Ashlee+Evan Reality Show

In 2018, Evan Ross starred in a reality show alongside his wife Ashlee Simpson Ross called Ashlee+Evan, which lasted 6 episodes.

2020: Son Born

In 2020, Evan Ross and Ashlee Simpson had a son.