LUKE EVANS: From BROKE Actor To HOLLYWOOD Star At Age 30

In this episode of Exhibit A, Abbey Clancy hosts Luke Evans, the Welsh actor and singer best known for his roles in Clash of the Titans, Dracula Untold, The Hobbit trilogy, and Beauty and the Beast as Gaston. Evans shares his inspiring journey from musical theatre to Hollywood stardom, discussing how he landed his first major role at 30 after years of working various odd jobs, including a VIP host and a PR assistant. He dives into his struggles with rejection, the challenges of film acting compared to stage performances, and the physical and emotional toll of transforming into iconic characters. Evans also opens up about his love for music, his passion for performing live, and how a heartfelt moment singing to his grandmother became a lasting memory. Finally, Luke talks about balancing life, love, and building a sustainable fashion brand with his partner, offering listeners an authentic glimpse into his life beyond the silver screen. 00:00:00 - Starting Out Late in Acting 00:01:33 - Struggles of Early Acting Career 00:02:14 - The Big Break: From Rent to Hollywood 00:04:33 - The LA Hustle and Early Movie Roles 00:06:00 - Film vs. Stage Acting: Key Differences 00:08:18 - Handling Sex Scenes on Set 00:10:35 - Leaving a Legacy with Iconic Roles 00:13:40 - Physical Challenges and Transformation 00:16:08 - Advice for Aspiring Actors 00:22:02 - Music as a First Love 00:27:04 - The Power of Music and Personal Moments 00:30:16 - Building a Fashion Brand with a Partner 00:33:17 - Looking Back on a Remarkable Career. 00:35:22 - Closing Remarks and Inspiration FOLLOW EXHIBIT A: INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/exhibitashow TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@exhibitashow YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/ @exhibitashow FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/exhibitashow/ FOLLOW ABBEY CLANCY: INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/abbeyclancy THERAPY CROUCH: INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thetherapycrouch TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouch YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/ @thetherapycrouch MARVELLOUS NETWORK: marvellousclub.com INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/marvellousclub