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While Hollywood’s elite lit up the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival last week, one major star was noticeably absent, Chris Evans. But don’t worry, the Captain America actor had a very good reason for missing the glitzy premiere of his latest film: his mum’s birthday.
Evans stars in Honey Don’t!, the newest film from acclaimed writer-director Ethan Coen, which made its world premiere at the prestigious French festival. The movie also features an all-star cast including Charlie Day, Aubrey Plaza, and Margaret Qualley, all of whom were present to celebrate the debut.
But fans were quick to notice Evans wasn’t walking the red carpet alongside them, and now, thanks to a heartfelt post on his Instagram Stories, we know why.
In a message shared with his followers, Evans revealed he skipped Cannes to be with his mother, Lisa, as she celebrated a milestone 70th birthday.
“I wish I could’ve been with my incredible cast and filmmakers at Cannes,” he wrote, “but it was my mother’s 70th birthday and there are some things you just can’t miss! Congrats everyone!!”
The sweet gesture has won over fans online, with many praising the actor for prioritising family over fame, a move that only adds to his reputation as one of Hollywood’s most grounded and genuine stars.
Honey Don’t! is generating buzz as a quirky, dark comedy with Coen’s trademark offbeat style, and Evans is reportedly playing against type in a role that showcases his range beyond the Marvel universe. The film’s debut at Cannes was met with early critical interest, with insiders calling it “unpredictable, sharp, and refreshingly strange.”
While Evans wasn’t in France for the premiere, his heartfelt absence may have been even more memorable. In a world where awards, premieres, and publicity reign supreme, the actor’s decision to honour his mum’s big day reminds us that some roles, like being a great son, mean more than any red carpet.
And as far as Hollywood moves go, ditching Cannes for a 70th birthday party? That’s a blockbuster in its own right.
