Evan Peters

American Actor in Horror Series

Evan Peters - Performers & Entertainers born January 20th, 1987
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An actor gained recognition through roles in various television series and films. Notable performances include a prominent role in the series 'American Horror Story', contributing to the show's success across multiple seasons. Peters also appeared in the 'X-Men' film series as Quicksilver, showcasing a range of skills in both horror and action genres.

'American Horror Story'

'X-Men: Days of Future Past'

'X-Men: Apocalypse'

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