Derrick Evans is a member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 19; who recently resigned from the designation.
Derrick Evans Career Bio: West Virginia GOP
Before he was “The Activist,” Derrick Evans served as a teacher at Wayne County Schools from 2013 to 2017, where he was also a football coach at Tolsia High School. Derrick is the owner of Evans REI, a real estate business that was founded in May 2017.
Evans ran for the West Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 19. He won the general election on 3 November 2020. Evans represented the 19th district of his hometown of Prichard, West Virginia. He took office on 1 December 2020.
Evans was involved in controversy during his campaign as a result of his membership in a Facebook group chat in which both the Homophobic and the Islamophobic languages were used.
Derrick Evans Resignation
Evans took part in the storming of the U.S. Capitol Building on 6 January 2021. Evans’ social media posts show him heading to Washington, D.C., with fellow Donald Trump fans.
Derrick subsequently declined to engage in the destruction of property that took place during the riot, saying that he was merely there to film history as an independent member of the media.
On January 8, 2021, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, Michael Sherwin, confirmed that Evans had been charged with entering the Capitol illegally. He was arrested later that day. Evans resigned on January 9 from the West Virginia legislature.
As many of you know, for the last few years, I have traveled across the country to film many different events. Today, I had the opportunity to film another event in DC.
I want to assure you all that I did not have any negative interactions with law enforcement nor did I participate in any destruction that may have occurred.
Derrick Evans Wife, Married, Children
After his resignation, Derrick has garnered quite some attention towards his personal life. Many are curious to find out if this young man is married and has a wife.
Well, Derrick Evans currently is a married man. Evans is married to his wife, Melissa Evans, who also happens to be his college sweetheart. The couple resides in Wayne County, West Virginia, and have been together for more than 11 years.
And from the marriage, Derrick Evans and his wife are blessed with three beautiful girls, and another baby boy is on the way.
Taking about why he ran for the West Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 19, Derrick mentioned the reason being his children. Derrick stated,
My children are the main reason I decided to run for this position. I want to create an opportunity for my children, as well as all children, to live and prosper right here in Wayne County for as long as they choose.
Any further details regarding Derrick’s wife and his conjugal life has not been out. We will update you on this matter as soon as possible.
Derrick Evans Education
After attending Marshall University for one year, Derrick Evans earned a bachelor’s degree from West Liberty University in 2013.
Derrick Evans Social Media
Talking about his presence on social media Derrick is active on Twitter only. He used to have a Facebook and a Twitter account; but, it was later suspended. Derrick later joined Twitter in November of 2020, and at the time of this writing has gained over 2.3K followers on his Twitter @DerrickEvans_WV. Currently, his Twitter is private!
Derrick Evans Net Worth, Salary
Evans’s annual salary as a delegate was $17,640 per year. Although Derrick remained the delegate for a very short period, he had left some impact behind.
As for his professional endeavors, other than being a delegate Derrick is involved in other business as well. So from all his income and earnings to date, Derrick Evans is estimated to have a net worth of around $300,000.
Derrick Evans Wiki: Age, Birthday, Parents, Family
Born on April 2, 1985, in Prichard, West Virginia, Derrick Evans is 35 years of age. He comes from a Christian family which shows in his political beliefs as well.
Regarding his parents, Derrick has been quite secretive and not revealed information regarding his father and mother. We don’t have a clue if he has a sibling or not.
Also, since Derrick is almost non-existent on the social media platforms, it is difficult to get an insight into his personal life for now!
Quick Wiki Facts and Information on Derrick Evans
| Birthday / Date of Birth | April 2, 1985 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Gender | Male |
| Nationality | American |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Home Town | Prichard, West Virginia, USA |
| Address | Wayne County, West Virginia |
| Profession | Politician, Businessman |
| Political Party | Republican |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Parents | Not Disclosed |
| Siblings | N/A |
| Salary | $17,640 |
| Net Worth | $300,000 |
| Children | Marlee (4), Emmalynn (3), Waylen (5 months) |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in |
| Height in meters | 1.72 meters |
| Wife | Melissa Evans |
| Social Media | |
| Education | Marshall University
West Liberty University |
