best known for her captivating roles in Lost and the Ant-Man franchise, has announced her decision to step away from acting after two decades in the spotlight. The 44-year-old actress shared this heartfelt news with her fans on Instagram on Tuesday, leaving many heartbroken but supportive. In her poignant post, Evangeline expressed a deep sense of joy and contentment with her decision.
"I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision," she wrote, radiating happiness and peace. Reflecting on the choice to step back from the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, she continued: "Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings. “Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment.
" For those unfamiliar, dharma in Hinduism refers to a cosmic law underlying right behavior and social order, a principle Evangeline has embraced wholeheartedly. She hinted at a possible return to acting but emphasized that it wouldn't be happening anytime soon. "I might return to Hollywood one day, but, for now, this is where I belong.
A new season has arrived, and I AM READY...
and I AM HAPPY," she affirmed. To accompany her announcement, Evangeline shared a touching fan-made mash-up video. The first clip featured her under a full moon on the set of Lost, expressing her future aspirations of retiring to focus on her family and humanitarian efforts.
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