Chris Evans might be known as Captain America on screen, but in real life, he’s just a son who didn’t want to miss his mom’s big day.

The 43-year-old actor recently skipped one of the biggest film events in the world—the Cannes Film Festival—to celebrate his mother’s 70th birthday. His decision is earning praise from fans who admire his commitment to family over fame.

“I wish I could’ve been with my incredible cast and filmmakers at Cannes, but it was my mother’s 70th birthday and there are just some things you can’t miss,” Evans shared on his Instagram story. Along with the message, he posted a photo of the cast of his new film “Honey Don’t!,” which includes stars Margaret Qualley and Aubrey Plaza.

While many celebrities often prioritize red carpets and press events, Evans has always made it clear that his family comes first.

“In my own life, I have a deep connection with my family and the value of those bonds,” he said in a past interview with Esquire. “I’ve always loved stories about people who put their families before themselves. It’s such a noble endeavor. You can’t choose your family, as opposed to friends.”

The actor, who is one of four siblings, often talks about how important staying grounded is to him. After wrapping up his time as Captain America in “Avengers: Endgame,” Evans made a big change: he moved out of Los Angeles and back to his home in New England.

He explained the move in a 2023 interview with GQ Magazine, saying it helped him get back to a more peaceful place mentally. It “takes me back to a place when life was not just simpler—that’s too reductive—but to a time where I was more pure, I guess; where my ego and my insecurities weren’t such a dominant force that I had to push against,” he said.

Evans has also opened up about his struggles with anxiety, especially early in his career. Surprisingly, he almost turned down the role of Captain America because of it.

“I remember in my late 20s having a real shift in how I felt on set, how I felt promoting films: a little more anxiety, a little more uncertainty,” he said. “You always end up questioning, ‘Is this what I should be doing?’ I just wasn’t sure if I was moving closer to myself or further away.”

His honesty is refreshing—and so is his choice to be there for his mom instead of chasing more Hollywood glory.

At a time when so many people seem to value fame and success over family, Chris Evans reminds us what really matters. As he said best, “Some things you can’t miss.”