The actor says becoming a father has changed the way he views work and given him a stronger reason to be selective about new projects.

Chris Evans has opened up about how fatherhood has changed his priorities, revealing that becoming a parent has altered the way he thinks about his career.

The 45-year-old actor recently attended a fan expo, where he discussed the changes he has experienced since welcoming his first child with his wife, Alba Baptista.

Evans and Baptista welcomed their daughter, Alma Grace Baptista Grace, on October 24, 2025. Reflecting on his life after becoming a father, the actor said he now needs a stronger reason to leave home for work.

“I have a daughter now and … you need a really good reason to want to go to work now. So, you know, priorities have shifted a bit,” Evans said.

The actor’s comments highlight how fatherhood has influenced his approach to his professional commitments, with family now playing a more prominent role in his decision-making.

Chris Evans and Alba Baptista welcomed daughter in 2025

When Evans and Baptista welcomed their daughter, an insider told PEOPLE that the couple were enjoying their privacy and spending the first days together as a family.

Evans and Baptista were first linked romantically in 2021 before making their relationship Instagram official in January 2023.

At the time, a source told Us Weekly that the relationship was particularly serious for Evans and that the couple enjoyed a quiet lifestyle away from the spotlight.

The couple reportedly spent much of their time at Evans’ home in Massachusetts, surrounded by nature.

Evans and Baptista secretly married in Cape Cod in September 2023. The couple later confirmed their marriage in October, revealing that they had held two weddings.

Since then, the pair have largely kept their personal life private, including their family life following the arrival of their daughter.

Evans’ latest comments offer a glimpse into how becoming a father has affected his outlook, with the actor suggesting that his professional priorities have shifted as he embraces his new role as a parent.