Billy Evans gave his first television interview this week, sitting down with CBS Sunday Morning to discuss his prominent role in the documentary 'You Can See Everything.' The film, which has become a significant cultural phenomenon this year, offers an intimate look into the life of Evans and his partner, Elizabeth Holmes, the former founder of Theranos.

Evans, a 34-year-old MIT graduate with a background in high-tech, emerged as a central and complex figure in the movie. He addressed the portrayal of himself as a controlling and manipulative character, stating that he is deeply passionate about his family and work but is not the 'controlling monster' some viewers might believe. He emphasized that he is leveraging his wife for nothing, pushing back against the narrative presented in the film.

The documentary was directed by Lance Oppenheim and Nathan Fielder, the latter of whom is known for his work as an absurdist comedian. The pair moved in with Evans and Holmes for 34 days in the weeks before Holmes reported to prison in 2023. Evans acknowledged that inviting Fielder into his home was a significant risk, trusting the director to portray him in any way he chose. Despite the critical acclaim the film has received, Evans admitted it was super painful to see himself cast in a villainous light, though he noted that anger would not change the final cut.

Evans expressed that he loves the film despite his character's portrayal, viewing it as entertainment that he did not control. His primary goal was to ensure that audiences saw the person he loves in Holmes. He also discussed the filming process, noting that he did not give specific consent to be filmed naked in the shower, a scene that has become a memorable moment for many viewers. He described the experience as awkward, especially when his children's teachers saw the footage.

The production company A24 stated that everything filmed was done with the subjects' consent. Evans mentioned that there were daily instances of awkwardness and requests to film things he felt were not appropriate for television. He believes the film plays up certain bits to criticize Fielder's own bias, leaving the audience to question what is true. Evans has not spoken to Fielder since seeing the film, though he has no intention of suing the director.

Since Holmes' incarceration, Evans has lived in Texas with their two young children, close to her prison. He carries a gun around the clock to protect his family from daily threats of violence. He recounted a terrifying incident where a driver screamed vile threats at him and his children while they were stopped at a traffic light, reinforcing the need for constant vigilance.

Despite the challenges, Evans said he would make the same film again with the same people because he now has a better understanding of what he was walking into. Holmes could transfer to a halfway house next summer, but until then, the family visits her weekly. Evans described these visits as strangely normal, finding joy in small games like collecting acorns in the prison yard to make the time feel special for his children.

Evans noted that counting the days Holmes spent in prison became too painful, so he stopped. He spoke to her shortly before his interview, where she advised him to stay zen and embody love. The film continues to play in theaters, leaving audiences to interpret the complex dynamics between the couple and the filmmakers.