Evan Farmer

'Evan Farmer' (qv) brings a diverse array of talents to TLC's _While You Were Out (2002)_ (qv) as the host of the hit home design series. In addition to his music career and roles on screens large and small, Evan studied architecture at Tulane University and has worked as a draftsman and as a graphics designer at several firms. He also owns his own business (Renovolution) renovating single-family homes, and has a strong interest in carpentry and restoration. Evan's on-camera presence, combined with his education and real-life experiences, make him a perfect fit to host While You Were Out.Evan is well known for his television role in which he portrayed heartthrob Jerry O'Keefe, in MTV's smash-hit and first ever Made-For-TV-Movie _2gether (2000)_ (qv). He also recorded lead vocals for the soundtrack and follow up album, which together went platinum worldwide. The success of the movie spawned a weekly MTV series of the same name, with Evan continuing in the lead role. Evan has also guest hosted MTV's _Total Request Live (1998)_ (qv) for 'Carson Daly' (qv) - the cable networks most-watched program.The popularity of _2gether (2000)_ (qv) led Evan to an even bigger showcase for his talent performing as an opening act for 'Britney Spears' (qv) during her 2000 "Oops I Did It Again" summer tour. Evan also previously toured with the hit Russian Pop-Rock group "Ha-Ha" (pronounced Na-Na), where he sang and played guitar in sold-out arenas throughout Russia.Evan also has a film career and has acted in films such as _Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002)_ (qv) and _Shaft (2000)_ (qv) starring 'Samuel L. Jackson' (qv).Evan's small screen credits include guest-starring roles on the television series _JAG (1995)_ (qv) and a recurring role on CBS's _Guiding Light (1952)_ (qv). Evan also lent his voice talent to the popular animated comedy series _Daria (1997)_ (qv), for three years.Evan currently resides in New York City.::Discovery Press Release 2004