Chris Evans Shows His True Colors Skipping Cannes for Family and What That Means For His Future

Chris Evans has always seemed like a guy with his head on straight. While we often think of him as Captain America first, his real-life choices sometimes show us even more about him. Recently, one of his new films, Honey Don't!, had its big world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in France. Chris Evans was not there. His costars like Charlie Day and Aubrey Plaza dressed up for the debut alongside the director Ethan Coen. But Chris Evans was nowhere to be found. It turns out he had a very good reason for missing the event. A heartwarming reason, actually.

Evans explained why he skipped the premiere in a message on his Instagram Stories. He wrote, "I wish I could've been with my incredible cast and filmmakers at Cannes, but it was my mother's 70th birthday and there are some things you just can't miss! Congrats everyone!!" This simple message tells us a lot. It is clear that for Chris Evans, family comes first, even over a major film festival like Cannes. This decision really highlights his priorities, showing he is truly a family man.

This is not the first time Evans has shown how much his family means to him. In a 2017 interview, he talked about how important those connections are. He mentioned, "I have a deep connection with my family and the value of those bonds." He added that he "always loved stories about people who put their families before themselves. It's such a noble endeavor." He also talked about his mother Lisa. She is quite a character he said, "she’s a character in a movie." In a 2020 Esquire interview, Lisa even shared a conversation she had with Chris when he was thinking about taking on the Captain America role. He was worried about losing his privacy. She told him that taking the role would give him the opportunity to do acting work for the rest of his life and he would not have to worry about paying the rent. She told him if he took the part, he just had to decide it would not negatively affect his life, but enable it.

Chris Evans Is Selling His Hollywood Hills House and What That Means For His East Coast Plans

A Look At The Marvel Star's Former Home And His Desire To Be Closer To Family

In other Chris Evans news, the Marvel star is asking for $7 million for his Hollywood Hills home. Back in 2013, about two years after he started his huge run as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, Chris Evans bought this quiet Hollywood Hills place for $3.5 million. It sits high above Mulholland Drive. Now, more than a decade later, the actor is selling it. The listing is off-market and held by Scott Moore of Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California.

The home was built in the 1940s. It has been greatly updated and includes four bedrooms and six bathrooms across about 4,600 square feet. It features modern design with rustic hardwood floors and high exposed-beam ceilings. Large windows show off pretty canyon and mountain views. Special things in the house include a well-equipped gym, which the actor used to train for his superhero roles. It also has a bigger backyard that sounds like a great spot for entertaining. This property sits on three-quarters of an acre. It is in an area known for celebrity homes. People like Tom Cruise and Eva Longoria have lived nearby over the years. The house is hidden behind walls covered in greenery and security gates. These open onto a wide path that leads to the front entrance.

Once inside, an elegant living room has a fireplace. A formal dining room has a wet bar. A big family room connects to a bright kitchen. This kitchen has custom cabinets, marble countertops, an eat-in island, and top-of-the-line appliances. A fancy main bedroom is tucked away in its own section. It has a private wood deck and a large dressing room. The marble bathroom includes heated floors, a freestanding soaking tub, and a steam shower. The most talked about parts of the property are the beautiful grounds. They have vineyard-style gardens shaded by a mature coral tree, a freeform pool and raised spa, a fire pit area, and a dining spot under a trellis. There is also a place that looks out over Mulholland and Laurel canyons and the Santa Monica Mountains. The property even has a one-bedroom guesthouse with a full kitchen, an office, and the gym I mentioned earlier.

Evans decided to sell the house because he is spending more time with his family on the East Coast. He was born and grew up near Boston. He started his acting career in school plays and local theater in Sudbury, Massachusetts. He is one of the highest-earning Hollywood actors. People magazine named him 2022's "Sexiest Man Alive." He recently appeared in the 2023 movie Ghosted and is set to star in the coming romantic comedy Materialists. This move makes sense for someone who values family so much.

Is Chris Hemsworth Following Chris Evans' Footsteps Out Of The Marvel Cinematic Universe?

Similar Farewell Messages From MCU Stars Spark Theories About Their Superhero Futures

When one big Marvel star makes a statement, people start looking for patterns. Chris Hemsworth's recent comments about Thor are strangely similar to what Chris Evans said years ago. This has many wondering if Hemsworth is getting ready to leave the Marvel Cinematic Universe after his upcoming appearance in Avengers: Doomsday. Thor has been a main member of the Avengers since the very first team. Hemsworth has played the God of Thunder in ten MCU films since his solo debut in 2011's Thor. He is one of the few original Avengers still active in the Multiverse Saga. Hemsworth was even the first actor announced in Marvel's big Doomsday cast announcement earlier this year.

It has been great to know that Hemsworth is confirmed for Avengers: Doomsday. This will be his fifth Avengers film. He is one of the few characters from Phase 1 who still plays a big part in the MCU. Thor already has the most solo films of any character. However, fans were already guessing that Doomsday would be the end of the actor’s time in the MCU. The evidence just keeps getting stronger, especially after Hemsworth’s recent Marvel tribute.

On May 28, Chris Hemsworth put out a video on YouTube called "Thank You! The Legacy Of Thor." This two-minute video was an emotional tribute to his character. He has played Thor for the last 15 years. The video included clips from his solo Movies and his parts in the Avengers films. Other Marvel stars he worked closely with also appeared to talk about Thor’s legacy. These included Natalie Portman, Tessa Thompson, and director Taika Waititi. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige also appeared. In the video’s description, Hemsworth said playing Thor "has been one of the greatest honors of my life." While it might seem like a hopeful update with Hemsworth mentioning Doomsday is still coming, the timing of such a heartfelt tribute is quite odd. Character tributes often have a final tone, where the actor looks back on a character they will no longer play. Fans were already guessing that Doomsday would be the end of Thor’s long MCU journey. Hemsworth’s video has only added more to this idea.

Hemsworth’s comments sound a lot like a past tribute from his former MCU co-star. In a social media post from 2018, Captain America actor Chris Evans talked about finishing filming for Avengers: Endgame. He said playing the character for eight years was an honor. Evans thanked everyone from the crew to the audience. It seemed like the actor was trying to wrap things up with his comments. After Evans’ post, fans thought he was saying goodbye to the series. He seemed especially emotional about finishing filming for Endgame, almost as if he knew the movie would be his last MCU appearance as Captain America. Evans did retire in Endgame. Steve Rogers passed on the Captain America shield. Since fan predictions about Evans turned out to be correct after he posted a character tribute, it is no surprise people are seeing parallels with Hemsworth’s video.

Both Evans and Hemsworth have built amazing legacies in the MCU that lasted almost a decade. Their Marvel characters have become closely tied to their careers. It makes sense that their characters mean so much to them. It would feel right for them to leave the series after a proper farewell. Both actors’ comments sound quite similar. They express thanks for their journey and legacy. We all know what happened with Evans in Endgame after his comments. Whether Thor dies in Doomsday or simply steps away from the Avengers’ life, I am more convinced now than ever that Hemsworth will leave the series after this film. The MCU is moving forward with new heroes. Thor’s story might have just run its course. Playing one series for 15 years is a long commitment for any actor. Even though Hemsworth has clearly enjoyed his time playing Thor, it would be totally understandable if Avengers: Doomsday is his last MCU appearance before he moves on.