Chris Evans felt 'anxiety' about taking Captain America role, could quit acting for good
Chris Evans opens up about his ongoing career-related anxiety, and how stepping away from the Hollywood scene has helped him reconnect to a calmer version of himself
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Chris Evans, the actor who gained worldwide recognition as Marvel's Captain America, recently opened up about his initial apprehension regarding the iconic role.
In a new interview, he reflected on his decision to step away from the multi-million dollar contract after Avengers: Endgame in 2019.
Chris confessed that he felt anxious and uncertain about taking on the role in his late 20s, leading him to question if it was the right path for him as his fame grew.
“You always end up questioning, Is this what I should be doing?” Evans said to GQ.
As his career soared, so did his anxiety, which at times became overwhelming.
This anxiety ultimately prompted him to leave Los Angeles and return to his hometown near Boston, Massachusetts.
“I just wasn’t sure if I was moving closer to myself or further away. And something inside me kept saying that I was getting further away— that something about this industry wasn’t healthy,” Evans said.
Evans described this move as a way to reconnect with a simpler time in his life when his ego and insecurities weren't as dominant forces.
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The anxiety Evans experienced nearly led him to quit acting, particularly due to the immense pressure associated with being part of such an iconic blockbuster franchise.
Regarding a potential return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris expressed a sense of pride in the role but emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the character and the original experience.
“'I’ll never say never, just because it was such a wonderful experience... It’s something that I am very proud of,” Evans continued
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Chris also shared doubts about his future in the acting industry, mentioning that he could find happiness in making furniture or pursuing other interests.
He acknowledged that, despite his drive and energy, acting may not always be his primary focus.
“I don’t want to occupy too much space in an industry that I’ve already poured 20 years into,” he concluded.
