Ever since Lana Turner’s miraculous discovery at Schwab’s drugstore (or the Top Hat Café, depending on the source), the myth of being discovered at random in Hollywood has permeated American culture. Most often, however, actors and actresses make it in the business through years of hard work, undaunted determination, and, perhaps, a bit of casting coach expertise. Not so for newcomer Evangeline Lilly, who was literally plucked out of obscurity while walking the streets; the only difference being she was in British Columbia, not Los Angeles. Regardless of where she was found, Lilly managed
Signed with Ford Modeling Agency to help pay for her college tuition
2003
Played a Party Guest on an episode of "Tru Calling" (FOX)
2004
Appeared in the ABC mini series "Kingdom Hospital" written and produced by Stephen King
2004
Cast as the beautiful but mysterious criminal Kate, on the ABC drama "Lost"; earned a Golden Globe (2007) nomination for Best Actress in a Television Drama