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Evan Mock is an American model, actor, and skateboarder. He is well-known for his role in the TV series Gossip Girl on HBO Max.

Evan Mock's Early Life and Career

Growing Up in Hawaii

Evan Mock was born on April 8, 1997, in Waimea Bay, a beautiful place on Oahu in Hawaii. His mother is Filipino, and his father is American. His dad makes surfboard fins. Evan was homeschooled, which means he learned at home instead of going to a regular school. When he was growing up, he really wanted to become a professional surfer or a skateboarder.

Moving to California and Getting Noticed

When Evan was 18, he moved to California to pursue his dream of professional skateboarding. He became famous after the singer Frank Ocean shared a video of him skateboarding. This helped Evan get a lot of attention.

Modeling and Fashion Work

Evan started modeling for big fashion brands like Louis Vuitton and 1017 Alyx 9SM. In 2019, he even launched his own clothing line called Sorry in Advance. He also appeared in advertisements for perfumes by the Aldo Group and fashion designer Paco Rabanne. The next year, he was part of a modeling campaign for a clothing collection by designer Giuseppe Zanotti. In June 2021, Evan released a special collection with the clothing company RVCA.

Acting Career

Starring in Gossip Girl

Evan Mock took on his first acting role in the teen drama TV series Gossip Girl. He played a private school student named Akeno "Aki" Menzies. The show started on HBO Max in July 2021 and ran for two seasons. The creator of the series, Joshua Safran, actually created the character of Aki specifically for Evan to play.

Evan Mock's Filmography

Television Roles

Evan Mock has appeared in several TV shows.

Music Video Appearances

Evan has also been featured in music videos.

Personal Life

Evan Mock divides his time between his home in Oahu, Hawaii, and New York City. His bright pink hair is often seen as his unique and signature look.