Evan Mock is an American model, actor, and skateboarder. He is known for starring in the HBO Max series Gossip Girl.
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Evan Mock | |
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Born | Waimea Bay, Hawaii, U.S. |
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Years active | 2019–present |
Evan Mock was born in Waimea Bay on Oahu in Hawaii.[1] His mother is Filipino, while his father is American[1] and a surfboard fin maker.[2] Mock was homeschooled.[3] Growing up, he aspired to be a professional surfer or skater.[4] Mock relocated to California at age 18 to professionally skateboard.[1] He rose to prominence after singer Frank Ocean posted a video of him skating.[5][6]
Mock modeled in fashion shows for the brands Louis Vuitton and 1017 Alyx 9SM and launched a clothing line called Sorry in Advance in 2019.[5] He then appeared in advertisements for fragrances by the retailer the Aldo Group and fashion designer Paco Rabanne.[5] Mock starred in a modeling campaign for a clothing collection by fashion designer Giuseppe Zanotti the following year.[7] In June 2021, he launched a collection with the clothing company RVCA.[8] Mock stars as private school student Akeno "Aki" Menzies in the teen drama television series Gossip Girl, which premiered on HBO Max in July 2021.[9] The series marked his first acting role.[10] Its creator Joshua Safran created the part for Mock to portray.[2]
Mock splits his time between Oahu and New York City.[5] Despite playing a character who is exploring his sexuality on Gossip Girl, Mock is heterosexual.[1][11] His pink hair has been regarded as his signature look.[12][13]
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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2021–present | Gossip Girl | Akeno "Aki" Menzies | Main role | [9] |