Born Linda Evenstad on November 18, 1942, in Hartford, Connecticut, Evans grew up in a Norwegian-American family before relocating to North Hollywood, California, as a child. She began acting after encouragement from classmates and went on to study drama. Prior to her television success, she appeared in guest roles on several series during the early 1960s. Over the course of her career, Evans also appeared in television films and limited theatrical releases, but her work in long-running television series remained her primary professional focus.
After Dynasty concluded, Evans significantly reduced her acting workload and chose to live outside the Hollywood spotlight. She later published a memoir, Recipes for Life: My Memories, which combines personal reflections with recipes. In 2009, she appeared on Hell’s Kitchen UK and won the competition. In subsequent years, Evans has lived privately in the Pacific Northwest. She has spoken publicly about prioritizing personal well-being and maintaining a quieter lifestyle. While she no longer works regularly in entertainment, her contributions to television history remain documented and widely recognized.
