Even Gaston himself grapples with body image insecurities.
I still sometimes go to the gym and just feel very anxious, he explained.
Ive been on a beach just recently, and I didnt want to take my T-shirt off.

Luke Evans as Gaston in ‘Beauty and the Beast’.Laurie Sparham/Disney
I dont want to be in that place.
I know I shouldnt feel like that, but you know we are sensitive creatures, were very delicate.
As hard as I may look, I am quite delicate.

Luke Evans.Neil Mockford/FilmMagic
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I wouldnt care so much, but it is part of my job.
I get cast in certain roles that require a certain amount of physical strength and aesthetic.
Its been good because its probably kept me on the straight and narrow.