Evan Peters Bio
Evan Thomas Peters (born January 20, 1987) is an American actor known for his versatile performances in various television series and films. He gained significant recognition for his roles in the FX anthology series American Horror Story, where he portrayed numerous characters over ten seasons. His performance in the HBO miniseries Mare of Easttown earned him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor, while his portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer in the Netflix series Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story won him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor. Peters has also played notable roles in superhero films, including the X-Men series.
Early Life and Background
Evan Thomas Peters was born in St. Louis, Missouri, to parents Julie (née DeWald) and Phillip Peters, and raised in the suburb of Ballwin. His father is a vice president of administration for the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. Peters was brought up Catholic and attended a Catholic school. He has an older brother, Andrew, and an older paternal half-sister, Michelle. In 2001, Peters moved with his family to Grand Blanc, Michigan, where he pursued modeling and took local acting classes. He attended Grand Blanc High School before moving to Los Angeles at age 15 with his mother to pursue his acting career. He attended Burbank High School as a sophomore, but later began homeschooling classes.
Path to Hollywood
Peters made his acting debut in the 2004 drama film Clipping Adam, which earned him the award for Best Breakthrough Performance at the Phoenix Film Festival. He performed in numerous television commercials for brands such as PlayStation and Progressive Insurance. In 2004, he starred in the MGM film Sleepover and appeared in the ABC series The Days. From 2004 to 2005, he had a recurring role as Seth Wosmer in the Disney Channel series Phil of the Future. Peters then had supporting roles in several films and television series, including An American Crime and One Tree Hill.
Evan Peters Career
Early Career (2004–2010)
Peters’ early career included various roles in television and film. He starred in the film Kick-Ass in 2010, where he played a supporting role as Todd Haynes, the main character’s best friend. His performance in Kick-Ass helped establish him in the industry. He also appeared in the ABC series Invasion from 2005 to 2006, which contributed to his growing recognition.
Breakthrough (2011–2021)
Peters’ breakthrough role came when he played the teenager Tate Langdon in the first season of the FX anthology series American Horror Story. This role showcased his range as an actor and led to further opportunities within the series. He continued to appear in multiple seasons of American Horror Story, portraying various characters, including Kit Walker in Asylum and Jimmy Darling in Freak Show. His performance in the HBO miniseries Mare of Easttown earned him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor.
Notable Works and Milestones
Peters is widely recognized for his role in American Horror Story, which has become a defining part of his career. He also received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer in the Netflix series Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, which won him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.
Evan Peters Award Nominations
Throughout his career, Evan Peters has received several nominations for his performances, including a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor for his role in Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story.
Evan Peters Awards Won
Evan Peters has won notable awards, including the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor for his role in Mare of Easttown and the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer.
Evan Peters Family
Evan Peters was born to Phillip Peters and Julie DeWald. He has an older brother and a half-sister.
Personal Life
Peters has had high-profile relationships, including an engagement to actress Emma Roberts from 2014 to 2019. He also dated singer Halsey from 2019 to 2020. His personal life has occasionally attracted media attention, particularly during his relationship with Roberts, which included a public incident that led to police involvement.
