Luke Evans

Last updated on the 6 May 2025 by Evandrus

Mini Biography

Born: 15 April 1979, Pontypool, Wales. 

Growing up in the small Welsh town of Aberbargoed, nestled in the Rhymney Valley, Luke Evans spent his childhood with his parents, Yvonne and David Evans, and his older sister. From an early age, Evans showed an interest in singing and acting, participating in school productions and local theatre groups.

Following his secondary education, Evans furthered his artistic pursuits at the prestigious London Studio Centre. He trained in singing, dancing and acting, developing his skills in various theatrical disciplines.

Luke Evans’ career took off in the early 2000s when he gained recognition in London’s West End theatre scene. He made his breakthrough in the musical “Taboo” and later starred in productions such as “Rent” and “Miss Saigon.” His exceptional vocal abilities and commanding stage presence earned him critical acclaim.

In 2010, Evans transitioned to the big screen, making his film debut in the Clash of the Titans remake. He went on to secure prominent roles in movies such as “The Three Musketeers,” “Fast & Furious 6,” and “The Hobbit” trilogy, where he portrayed the character Bard the Bowman.

Luke Evans tends to keep the details of his personal life out of the public eye. However, he has been open about being gay since 2002. He is an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has used his platform to support various organisations and causes related to the community.

Suggested viewing

The Pembrokeshire Murders (2021)

Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 7.1

“The Pembrokeshire Murders” is a gripping crime drama based on true events. Detective Superintendent Steve Wilkins reopens cold cases in Wales, focusing on the unsolved murders of young women years ago. With new forensic techniques and relentless determination, he races against time to bring a notorious serial killer to justice.

Top cast: Luke Evans, Keith Allen, Caroline Berry, Oliver Ryan, Alexandria Riley, Charles Dale, David Fynn, Steven Meo, Richard Corgan.

The Alienist (2018)

Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 7.7

“The Alienist” is a thrilling period drama set in 1890s New York City. Dr. Laszlo Kreizler, a brilliant criminal psychologist, teams up with newspaper illustrator John Moore and ambitious police secretary Sara Howard to hunt down a deranged serial killer targeting young boys. As they delve into the city’s dark underbelly, their pursuit becomes a race against time to stop the elusive murderer before he strikes again.

Top cast: Daniel Brühl, Luke Evans, Dakota Fanning, Matthew Shear, Douglas Smith, Robert Wisdom, Martin McCreadie, Brian Geraghty, David Wilmot.

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