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Evan Lewis Shafran (born December 7, 1982) is an American DJ, rapper, and actor. He is known for his participation in the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike in Los Angeles, where he performed as a DJ at picket lines outside major studios. His strike-related performances were covered by national media outlets including the Los Angeles Times and The Hollywood Reporter. In 2024, he was featured as a professional DJ source in a gear guide published by Rolling Stone.

Shafran was born in Portland, Maine. He later attended Manhattanville College in Purchase, New York, where he studied dance theatre and sociology.

Performing under the stage name EVeryman, Shafran has worked as a DJ and hip-hop artist. In May 2024, Rolling Stone consulted Shafran as a professional DJ in an article titled "The Best DJ Gear for Beginners, According to a Pro," which included biographical details and quotations about his experience performing at festivals and events.^[1]

During the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike, Shafran became a regular presence at picket lines in Los Angeles, performing DJ sets outside major studios including Netflix. His performances were described as helping maintain morale among striking workers.

The Hollywood Reporter profiled Shafran’s role as a "protest emcee" who supplied music and coordinated chants at strike locations.^[2]

The Los Angeles Times also reported on musicians supporting picket lines and referenced Shafran’s DJ presence during the strike.^[3] The union SAG-AFTRA later acknowledged strike supporters in post-strike communications.^[4]

Shafran has appeared in film and television productions. His credits include background and minor roles in various projects listed in public film databases.^[5]

Category:1982 births Category:Living people Category:American DJs Category:American male film actors Category:People from Portland, Maine Category:Manhattanville College alumni