How To Fail With Elizabeth Day Luke Evans - ‘If I didn’t have to take my top off on a movie set, I’d let myself go’
Nov 27, 2024
In this engaging conversation, actor Luke Evans shares his journey from a challenging upbringing as a Jehovah's Witness to becoming a Hollywood star in films like 'Beauty and the Beast.' He opens up about his struggles with sexuality in a restrictive environment and the resilience he built through rejection. Luke also discusses his physical insecurities, the quest for love that took him until his 40s, and his experiences with the complexities of authenticity in showbiz. Plus, he reveals the sentimental value behind his tattoos and shares a few heartwarming stories of connection.
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Early Exit To Find Himself
- Luke Evans left home at 16 to escape the conflict between his sexuality and Jehovah's Witness upbringing.
- He moved to Cardiff to study singing and planned his exit from age 12.
Bullying Sparked Lifelong Body Insecurity
- As a child Luke internalised bullying and began to critique his physicality and gestures.
- That relentless self-analysis shaped long-term insecurities about his body and voice.
Fitness Driven By Work And Anxiety
- Luke keeps fit largely because his acting roles demand a certain physique and on-screen aesthetic.
- He still feels anxious about his body and must consciously be kinder to himself.
