Coverage dated October 20, 2026

Marvel star Evangeline Lilly explains why she left Hollywood: ‘Always hated being famous’

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She's best known for portraying Kate Austen in "Lost" and Hope van Dyne in Marvel's "Ant-Man" franchise.

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  1. Fox News

    'Ant-Man' star Evangeline Lilly says she left Hollywood because she 'always hated being famous' (opens Fox News)

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    Evangeline Lilly says she secretly retired from Hollywood in 2020 after chronic health issues and a lifelong hatred of fame drove her away from acting.

  2. New York Post

    Marvel star Evangeline Lilly explains why she left Hollywood: ‘Always hated being famous’ (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    She's best known for portraying Kate Austen in "Lost" and Hope van Dyne in Marvel's "Ant-Man" franchise.

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