Evan Thomas Peters was born on January 20, 1987, in St. Louis, Missouri13. His acting journey began in his teenage years when he started taking acting classes at Flint Youth Theatre in Michigan, where his family had relocated1. Recognizing his passion and potential, Peters' parents supported his ambition, allowing him to pursue acting seriously for a year1. At the age of 15, Peters made a significant move to Los Angeles with his mother to chase his dream of becoming an actor34. This early commitment to his craft paid off quickly, as Peters made his feature film debut in 2004 with "Clipping Adam," winning the Phoenix Film Festival's award for Best Breakthrough Performance1. He also appeared in various television shows and commercials, including roles in "The Days," "Phil of the Future," and "Invasion," laying the foundation for his future success in the entertainment industry1.

Evan Peters' breakthrough role came in 2011 when he was cast as Tate Langdon in the first season of FX's anthology series "American Horror Story" (AHS)3. His portrayal of the complex and disturbing character showcased his ability to make a psychopathic killer both compelling and, surprisingly, endearing to viewers12. Peters' performance in AHS demonstrated his exceptional range as an actor, as he went on to play multiple diverse roles across ten seasons of the show, including Kit Walker in "Asylum," Jimmy Darling in "Freak Show," and James Patrick March in "Hotel"3. His work on AHS earned him critical acclaim and a nomination for the Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actor3, establishing him as one of Hollywood's most buzzed-about young talents1.

Evan Peters' portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer in Netflix's "Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story" was a challenging and transformative experience for the actor. Peters expressed initial hesitation about taking on the dark role, but ultimately committed to an intense preparation process2. He spent months studying Dahmer's mannerisms, speech patterns, and physicality, even wearing weights on his arms and high-heeled shoes to emulate Dahmer's gait2. Peters created a 45-minute audio composite to master Dahmer's speech and underwent significant weight fluctuations for different parts of the series3. While some viewers praised Peters' performance as eerily accurate, others noted that his portrayal made Dahmer appear more awkward and creepy than the real-life killer, possibly to avoid romanticizing the character5. Despite the controversy surrounding the series, Peters' dedication to the role earned him critical acclaim and a Golden Globe nomination3.

Evan Peters delivered a standout performance as Detective Colin Zabel in the HBO crime drama "Mare of Easttown," which earned him his first Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie24. Despite struggling with anxiety during filming, particularly in a pivotal drunken bar scene, Peters' portrayal of the eager-to-learn detective alongside Kate Winslet was highly praised4. His ability to bring authenticity and humor to the tragic material impressed both the director and his co-star Winslet4. The series itself received critical acclaim, with Peters' performance contributing to its 16 Emmy nominations and four wins13. His success in "Mare of Easttown" further solidified Peters' reputation as a versatile and talented actor capable of excelling in dramatic roles24.