Lee Evans is a popular comedian, as well as a writer and musician. Most of all, Evans is known for participating in such films as “Everything Is Mad About Mary”, “Freeze Frame”, “Mouse Hunt”. More information about the biography and work of the actor can be found in this article.
Actor Biography
Lee Evans was born in late February 1964 in an English city called Bristol. Evans father was also an actor, although not so popular, he performed in nightclubs and other venues. When the boy was eleven years old, he and his family moved to Essex. Here Lee studied at an art school. After his graduation, Evans decided to try himself on stage and began performing with his father as a comedian. At one time, as a teenager, the actor performed in a rock band, where he played drums.
The personal life of the actor
The personal life of the actor was quite successful. Lee Evans married at a fairly early age, at that time the actor was only 20 years old. His chosen one was a girl named Heather Nadds. For a long time, the couple could not have children, but in 1993, Evans finally became a happy father. The couple had a daughter named Molly Joan. Evans and Heather still live together and are happily married.
Actor's career
Thanks to his performances as a stand-up comedian, Evans quickly became popular. The audience liked the actor’s humor, his energetic performances and witty jokes. Lee traveled all over the country with his performances and soon they began to invite him to film. His debut in cinema took place in 1995. The actor appeared immediately in two films of the comedy genre: “Jokes aside” and Clair de Lune. Later, already in 1997, Lee starred in the fantastic movie "The Fifth Element", which became known throughout the world. In this film, Lee Evans played the role of one of the members of the liner called Fog. Thanks to the work in this film, the actor was able to ensure that he had the opportunity to act in Hollywood.
Further career
The next successful work of the actor was the role in the comedy film "Mouse Hunt". In this film, Evans played one of the main characters - Lars Schmuntz. The Schmuntz brothers inherited an abandoned mansion from their father. However, an unpleasant surprise awaited them here - mice appeared in the house who absolutely did not want to give away the territory they had won. In 1998, Lee Evans appeared in the romantic comedy “Everything Is Mad About Mary,” playing the role of Tucker.
Actor now
Despite the fact that Lee gained quite a lot of popularity in Hollywood, he decided to return to his native Britain. At the moment, the actor continues to arrange stand-up performances. Lee Evans is gaining a record number of viewers on his shows.