Chris Evansis well-known for his shirtless movie scenes, which is why you may be surprised to learn he has multiple tattoos.
Though the actor — and husband toWarrior NunactressAlba Baptista— has shown off some of his ink over the years, including in the 2011 filmPunctureand on his Instagram Story from October 2020 whenhe backflipped into a pool, he usually keeps his tattoos out of sight.
“I really like tattoos, but the problem is, when you wear a short-sleeve shirt in a movie, that’s an extra hour in the makeup chair. It’s not worth it,“the Marvel alumrevealed during a 2014interview withThe Hot Hits. “I’m all for tattoos, but just somewhere they can be hidden.”
Hence, you don’t often see Evans sporting T-shirts or V-necks on the red carpet. (Though fans can’t get enough ofhis sweater outfits, so they’re not complaining.)
Chris Evans as PEOPLE’s 2022 Sexiest Man Alive.Michael Schwartz
That being said, each of his tattoos seems to hold a special meaning, including tributes to his family andhis beloved dog, Dodger.
From his chest ink to a memorial piece for a friend, here’s everything to know about Evans' tattoos.
Eagle tattoo
Chris Evans in a poolside video screenshot in October 2022.Chris Evans/Instagram
Chris Evans/Instagram
Evans has a large eagle tattooed on his chest, which he gave a glimpse of in his viral poolside video from October 2020 (as well as in a selfie with Dodger that he sharedon his Instagram Story).
In July 2018, tattoo artist Josh Lord seemingly teased the new ink when heshared a photo of Evans, writing, “Chris Evans!! Shamelessly asked him to sign myAvengersbook when we got started on a giant new tattoo this week!!! I promised not to show it off yet though.”
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A year later, Lordrevealed toRevolverthat after Evans got his Avengers tattoo, he “continued to come back for more tattoos,” including a “whole big new chest piece for him,” alluding to the eagle tattoo.
Eckhart Tolle quote tattoo
Chris Evans during a Q&A with Spreecast in 2013.ACE Universe/Youtube
In addition to his eagle tattoo, Evans also has a quote inked right below his collarbone, which he revealed was an Eckhart Tolle quote after he spoke about it during aQ&A with Spreecastin 2013.
“I really like Eckhart Tolle … he wrote the bookThe Power of Now,” Evans explained. “I am a big fan of Buddhism, Eastern Philosophy, the notion of trying to be present in the moment, turning the third eye off and detaching from ego. Eckhart has a quote from his book calledStillness Speaksthat just really resonated with me, enough to permanently ink my body.”
The quote reads: “When you lose touch with your inner stillness, you lose touch with yourself, when you lose touch with yourself, you lose yourself in the world.”
Dodger tattoo
Chris Evans and dog Dodger lying on his ‘Dodger’ tattoo in October 2020.Chris Evans/Instagram
In honor of his sweet pup, who was named after a character from Evans' favorite childhood movie,Oliver & Company(1988),the actor has “Dodger” tattooedon his chest. Evans gave a glimpse of the ink in a since-deleted Instagram photo from October 2020, which showed Dodger lying on his stomach.
“Dodger lying on DODGER 💙,” he wrote at the time.
During a 2020appearance onJimmy Kimmel Live!, Evans revealed that he got the tattoo shortly after he adopted Dodger in 2017.
“That’s probably one of the purest relationships I have,” he told hostJimmy Kimmelof his ink-inspiring relationship with his pup. “It didn’t take much convincing. I’ll never regret that tattoo. I’ve regretted a few in my life, but not that one.”
Taurus tattoo
Chris Evans as Ryan in the 2004 movie ‘Cellular’.New Line/Courtesy Everett Collection
On his left shoulder, Evans has a tattoo of theastrological sign for Taurusas a tribute to his mother, Lisa Capuano, who was born on May 21,per his interview withUSA Today. He notably gave a glimpse of the tattoo during a photoshoot withMen’s Journal(teasedon Instagram) for their May cover story in 2019.
“Family” tattoo
Chris Evans during Stuff Magazine’s Music Issue Weekend red carpet at Body English at Las Vegas' Hard Rock Hotel in 2006.Bruce Gifford/FilmMagic
On his right shoulder, Evans previously had the Chinese character for “family,” which was often visible during his red carpet appearances in the early 2000s. However,Page Six reportedhe has since had it removed.
“Loyalty” tattoo
Chris Evans in Gucci campaign with Evan Rachel Wood in 2016.
Also, on his right shoulder, Evans has the word “loyalty” written in cursive letters, which was visible during hissteamy Gucci campaignwithEvan Rachel Woodin 2016.
“They’re pretty much all for family,” Evans previouslytoldGlamourin 2012 about his array of arm tattoos. “Opinions change, people grow, but I think as long as they’re rooted in the family, I’ll probably never regret them.”
Matt Bardsley tattoo
Chris Evans as Mike Weiss in the 2011 movie ‘Puncture’.Alamy Stock Photo
On his stomach, Evans has a tattoo that reads, “In Loving Memory, Bardsley, With Me Always,” which can be seen in his 2011 filmPuncture.
According to his 2004 interview withUSA Today, the ink is a tribute to his friend Matt Bardsley, who died in an off-roading accident in November 2003.
Avengers tattoo
Robert Downey Jr. shows off Avengers tattoo in 2018.Robert Downey Jr./Instagram
Robert Downey Jr./Instagram
“It was Johansson’s idea, and she and Evans did it in New York,” Downeyexclusively toldEW. Though it’s unclear where Evans' tattoo is located, Downey did share a glimpse of the design, which includes the Avengers logo,on his Instagram.
“SCS” tattoo
Topher Grace (left) and Chris Evans film scenes from ‘A Many Splintered Thing’ in California on Nov. 5, 2012.SplashNews.com
On his ankle, Evans has the letters “SCS” tattooed. The actor reportedly toldUSA Todaythat it represented his three siblings, Scott, Carly and Shanna.
Though this tattoo is usually hidden whenever he hits the red carpet, Evans did give a glimpse of the ink when he filmedA Many Splintered ThingalongsideMichelle MonaghanandTopher Gracein November 2012
source: people.com
