Luke Evans Opens Up About Body Image Struggles and Anxiety
The actor discusses his insecurities about aging, physical appearance, and the pressures of his Hollywood career during a candid podcast interview.
- Luke Evans, 45, revealed he experiences 'terrible anxiety' about his body image despite his muscular appearance and fitness-focused roles.
- The actor admitted he sometimes feels uncomfortable taking his shirt off in public and struggles with self-confidence, even at the gym.
- Evans attributes some of his insecurities to the pressures of Hollywood, where he is constantly reminded of his younger, more youthful appearance in past films.
- He shared that staying fit is a professional necessity for his roles, though he believes he would prioritize his appearance less if he weren't an actor.
- Evans reflected on how childhood bullying and growing up as a gay Jehovah’s Witness shaped his self-image and ongoing journey toward self-acceptance.