Evan Hengst Biography: Net Worth, Age, Height, Movies, Parents, Awards, Girlfriend, Religion

Evan Frederick Hengst, professionally known as Evan Hengst, is a South African actor who gained international recognition after appearing in Netflix’s The Kissing Booth film series.

He established himself as one of the emerging talents from South Africa by successfully transitioning from theatre into television and international films, building a career that spans romantic comedies, action thrillers, historical dramas, and streaming productions.

Following his breakthrough, Hengst expanded his filmography with appearances in productions such as The Red Sea Diving Resort, The Mauritanian, Resident Evil, Around the World in 80 Days, and Novocaine.

Alongside his international work, he has remained active in South African television, earning recognition for his versatility across both local and global entertainment industries.

Evan Hengst
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Evan Frederick Hengst
Stage Name:	Evan Hengst
Born:	December 1, 1995 (age 30 years old)
Place of Birth:	Klerksdorp, South Africa
Nationality:	South African
Ethnicity:	South African
Height:	6 feet 0 inches
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Hengst
Occupation:	Actor
Net Worth:	₹40 million

Early Life and Education

Born on December 1, 1995, Evan Hengst (31 years old), was raised in Klerksdorp, North West Province, South Africa, by Mr. and Mrs. Hengst.

Growing up in the mining town, he developed an interest in performing arts from an early age and became actively involved in local theatre productions and youth drama programs, where he steadily refined his acting abilities.

He completed his early education in the North West Province while balancing academics with stage performances.

As his passion for acting grew, Hengst pursued additional training in theatre, movement, improvisation, and accent work to broaden his range as a performer.

His commitment paid off when he received the Best Actor award at the Tshwane Youth Festival, an achievement that encouraged him to pursue acting professionally.

Personal Life

Evan Hengst is single and has never been married. He does not have any children and has largely kept his personal life away from public attention, choosing to focus on his acting career rather than discussing his relationships.

Despite becoming more widely known through international productions, Hengst rarely speaks about his dating life or family in interviews.

Career

Evan Hengst began his career on the theatre stage, where he developed the performance skills that eventually opened the door to television and film opportunities.

His early work in local productions helped him gain valuable experience before making the transition into screen acting, allowing him to establish himself within the South African entertainment industry.

His international breakthrough arrived in 2018 when he appeared in Netflix’s hit romantic comedy The Kissing Booth.

He later returned for The Kissing Booth 2 and The Kissing Booth 3, becoming familiar to audiences around the world through the successful film franchise.

The exposure from the trilogy introduced him to larger international productions and significantly expanded his career.

Following that success, Hengst secured roles in The Red Sea Diving Resort alongside Chris Evans, the legal drama The Mauritanian, the psychological thriller Escape Room: Tournament of Champions, and the adventure series Around the World in 80 Days.

He also portrayed Carl in Netflix’s Resident Evil series, further strengthening his presence on streaming platforms.

Alongside his international work, Hengst has continued to build an impressive career in South African television.

He has appeared in productions including Troukoors, Lioness, Recipes for Love and Murder, Suidooster, Om en Om, Wyfie, Kelders Van Geheime, and several other locally acclaimed series.

In 2025, he joined the cast of the Hollywood action-comedy Novocaine, taking on a physically demanding role that showcased another dimension of his acting abilities.

Awards

• Tshwane Youth Festival – Best Actor (Winner)

Net Worth

Evan Hengst has an estimated net worth of ₹40 million. His income comes primarily from acting in films and television series, with additional earnings from commercial campaigns, streaming productions, and other entertainment-related projects.

Social Media

• Instagram: @evan_hengst
• X: @EvanHengst

Filmography

• Blood Drive (2017)
• The Kissing Booth (2018)
• The Red Sea Diving Resort (2019)
• The Kissing Booth 2 (2020)
• Grant (2020)
• The Mauritanian (2021)
• Escape Room: Tournament of Champions (2021)
• The Kissing Booth 3 (2021)
• Around the World in 80 Days (2021)
• Troukoors (2021)
• Lioness (2021)
• Resident Evil (2022)
• Projek Dina (2022)
• Recipes for Love and Murder (2022)
• Suidooster (2023)
• Om en Om (2023)
• The Fix (2024)
• Wyfie (2024)
• A Kind of Madness (2025)
• Wanted: Dead or Alive (2025)
• Kelders Van Geheime (2025)
• Novocaine (2025)
• David: King of Israel (2026)
• APART (2026)

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