A HOLLYWOOD actor has been revealed to be coming to a Somerset town for a 2024 Christmas lights switch on.

Luke Evans, 45, will be in Yeovil, Somerset, today (November 16) to kick off the town's Christmas festivities.

Funded by the Yeovil Town Council, the actor will be at the Quedam Shopping Centre to turn on the Christmas lights at 6:30pm.

Evans also turned on the Covent Garden Christmas lights this month, joined by singer and broadcaster, Myleene Klass.

The duo attended the event which aims to raise money for the charity, Save the Children, which Evans has been an ambassador for since 2016.

The Welsh actor hit the silver screen with numerous projects during the early 2010s, paving the way for his ascending stardom.

Born in Wales and raised in the largely rural area of Aberbargoed, Evans moved to Cardiff as a teen to pursue music and drama before relocating to London for stage training and, eventually, won roles in West End musicals.

The actor eventually made his film breakthrough with the Clash of the Titans 2010 remake.

Speaking ahead of the Christmas light switch on in Yeovil, a spokesperson from Love Yeovil released a statement: " Exciting Announcement! 

"We are absolutely thrilled to reveal that Hollywood star Luke Evans will be turning on Yeovil’s Christmas lights this year! 

"The star of Beauty and the Beast, Murder Mystery, The Hobbit, and so many more incredible films will join us for this magical evening.

"This is a truly special moment for Yeovil, and we feel so privileged to welcome such an iconic talent to our town.

"Join us for all the festive fun and see Luke Evans turn on the lights at 6:30pm on Saturday, November 16 2024, at the Quedam Shopping Centre, Yeovil – it’s a Christmas Lights Switch On you won’t want to miss! 

"Let’s give Luke the warmest Yeovil welcome and make this a night to remember!"