BIO
Peter Evans is a British actor with a career spanning over three decades. Born in London in 1961, Evans began his acting career in the late 1980s, appearing in various stage productions in the UK. He made his Broadway debut in 1995 in the play "The Herbal Bed," which earned him critical acclaim and a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play.
Evans continued to work in theater, both in the UK and the US, appearing in productions such as "The Caretaker," "The Price," and "The Judas Kiss." He also made appearances in television shows such as "Foyle's War," "Midsomer Murders," and "The Bill."
In 2007, Evans appeared in the film "The Queen," directed by Stephen Frears, which chronicled the events surrounding the death of Princess Diana. Evans played the role of Alastair Campbell, the former Director of Communications and Strategy for Tony Blair. The film was a critical and commercial success, earning numerous awards and nominations, including an Academy Award for Best Actress for Helen Mirren.
Evans returned to Broadway in 2012, appearing in the play "The Lyons" alongside Linda Lavin. The play, written by Nicky Silver, centers around a dysfunctional family dealing with the impending death of their patriarch. Evans received positive reviews for his performance, with The New York Times calling him "terrifically funny."
In recent years, Evans has continued to work in theater, appearing in productions such as "The Father" and "Sweat." He also made a guest appearance in the television series "The Crown," playing the role of Sir Anthony Eden, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1955 to 1957.