Actor Chris Evans attends the Netflix World Premiere of “The Gray Man” at the Chinese Theater on July 13, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by VALERIE MACON / AFP) (Photo by VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images)
Chris Evans occupies a privileged place in Hollywood. Not only is he one of the most sought-after actors in the industry (he has released three films in less than a year), but he also has a legion of unconditional fans who never miss any of his films. This popularity is largely due to the nine years he spent playing Captain America, the humble and patriotic superhero of the Avengers. However, none of that matters now. Because thanks to the fortune he made with Marvel, Chris Evans prefers to reflect on life rather than give in to Hollywood ambition.
In reality, the newlywed star enjoys a peaceful life away from the noise and spotlight of his business, paying attention to the color of trees and contemplating the existence of black holes. He’s more interested in doing “simple” and “everyday” things like ceramics than jumping from film to film over and over again until he becomes a name associated with the Oscars. A luxury that can be afforded thanks to the wealth accumulated from superhero films.
He said this in an interview for GQ, in which he brings out his most thoughtful and meditative side. “If I wanted to stop everything now, I could do it.” He said about the economic freedom he enjoys. “That’s incredible. And that is an indescribable blessing. Especially because life is unpredictable and anything can happen.”
And at 42 years old, Chris Evans has a net worth worth $110 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. During the years he appeared in Marvel films, he earned more than $30 million per year. According to Forbes (via The Guardian), he was even named the most successful actor at the box office in 2016. However, the data reflects something that is already known in popular culture, namely that Chris Evans is an actor valued by the public. This was evident in the everlasting affection that surrounds his legacy as Captain America, in the frisson of emotions we always get when we see him again with Thor’s hammer in his hand in the final battle of Avengers: Endgame, or in the way to applaud how good he is. The sweaters fit him.
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In short, with such professional and economic comfort, you can afford to think about life… and continue to do so in whatever reincarnations you desire.
Chris Evans. / Photo by ROSLAN RAHMAN/AFP via Getty Images
Ironies aside, the multimillion-dollar consolation that Captain America and his eleven films brought to the MCU allows him to prioritize what he needs emotionally rather than giving in to artistic ambitions. The strange thing is that Chris Evans He has the approval of the public in his favor which could easily allow him to showcase his acting talent in all sorts of projects. Maybe he’ll turn away from the commercial cinema he’s been doing for so long and create stories that allow him to challenge himself and, who knows, lead him to the Oscars. An ambition generally shared by the vast majority of actors in Hollywood… except Chris Evans.
Because now when a project comes your way, first think about what you would miss if you took it on. “What time of year will we shoot?” he asks. “Will I miss fall? I don’t want to miss fall. I only have a limited number of them.”
Apparently, with the comfort that his wealth brings him, he can live far away from the Hollywood limelight without having to jump from film to film, allowing him to give free rein to his hobbies and interests. Without thinking about the urgency of going to work. “I just couldn’t make furniture for anyone and be happy,” he says. “I like autonomous things. “I just want to smoke a joint, play music and pursue ceramics,” he adds, then points to Seth Rogen as a role model for his new life. “It’s a good thing for you. Just go to your workshop and make something. How satisfying, how simple, how commonplace.”
After playing “idiots” in his Hollywood early days – like “Not Another Dumb American Movie” or “The Fantastic Four” – and before Captain America changed the tables forever, he feels like he “doesn’t do too much Wants to take a place in an industry where…”I’ve already invested 20 years.” He considers himself a “motivated” person with “a lot of energy,” but “I don’t always focus on acting.” “Sometimes that is Reading a script is the last thing I want to do.”
And after being “exhausted” after making three films in a row (Lightyear, Ghosted, The Gray Man), He decided he doesn’t want to work in 2023. Furthermore, he is not thinking about returning to Marvel at the moment. He feels gratitude towards the studio and everything he has experienced, he is even still amazed when he remembers that he was on the verge of rejecting the character, but he does not want to return to the saga if he is unable to do so his will meet expectations.
Obviously, what Chris Evans is experiencing is a luxury. A wonderful privilege when the majority of mortals rely on their annual leave to give themselves time to rest, reflect and enjoy everyday life without having to worry about making ends meet. However, in your case it is a situation that you would like to maintain in the long term.
70 / 85 Because of the luxury of economic security, he wants to gradually distance himself further and further from the industry. He even hopes to act less from now on and let all his interests come to the fore.. He’s aware that he’s not one of the most acclaimed actors in the industry in terms of reviews and awards, but he doesn’t think he needs to be either. “I have never climbed a mountain in this area. I don’t have any Oscars and I’m not one of the other names that are at the top of the mountain in any way. But I’m very happy.”
Chris Evans He doesn’t consider himself a movie star, but affirms that he loves acting, a profession he started in the late ’90s. However, if he makes one thing clear with his new introspective facet, it’s that it’s not his top priority. “It’s nothing I couldn’t live without,” he explains. And thanks to the wealth he’s amassed at Marvel, he doesn’t need it.
This article was written exclusively for Yahoo en Español by Cine54.
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