Jeffrey Donovan

Jeffrey Donovan

Age: 57 years old
Born: May 11, 1968 in Amesbury, Massachusetts, USA
Jeffrey Donovan, born on May 11, 1968, is an American actor and director known for his compelling performances across film, television, and stage. With his versatility, nuanced portrayals, and commanding screen presence, Donovan has established himself as a highly respected and sought-after talent i...n the entertainment industry. Born in Amesbury, Massachusetts, Jeffrey Donovan developed an early passion for acting and storytelling. He honed his craft at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he studied drama and performed in various theater productions. After graduation, he furthered his training at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. Donovan began his acting career in the late 1990s, making appearances in television shows such as "Homicide: Life on the Street" and "Law & Order." However, it was his breakthrough role as Michael Westen in the hit USA Network series "Burn Notice" (2007-2013) that brought him widespread recognition and a dedicated fan base. Donovan's portrayal of a former spy navigating the world of covert operations captivated audiences and showcased his talent for blending action, drama, and dry humor. In addition to his television success, Jeffrey Donovan has made notable contributions to film. He has appeared in a range of genres, from crime dramas to comedies. Some of his notable film credits include "Changeling" (2008), directed by Clint Eastwood, "Hitch" (2005), "J. Edgar" (2011), and "Sicario: Day of the Soldado" (2018). Donovan's ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters has earned him critical acclaim and made him a sought-after actor in the industry. Jeffrey Donovan has also ventured into directing, further showcasing his talents behind the camera. He made his directorial debut with the film "Sicario: Day of the Soldado" (2018), where he helmed the short film "La Camioneta: The Journey of One American School Bus" (2012). Beyond his acting and directing pursuits, Jeffrey Donovan has been involved in philanthropy, supporting various charitable causes. He has participated in fundraising events and campaigns to raise awareness and funds for organizations dedicated to causes such as cancer research and supporting veterans.
The Faithful

The Faithful

TV | 2026
Abraham
One Episode
Surrounded

Surrounded

Movie | 2023
Wheeler
Breaking

Breaking

Movie | 2022
Major Riddick
R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned

R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned

Movie | 2022
Sheriff Roy Pulsipher
First Love

First Love

Movie | 2022
Greg Albright
Law & Order

Law & Order

TV | 2022
Frank Cosgrove
32 Episodes
Late Night with Seth Meyers

Late Night with Seth Meyers

TV | 2022
Self
One Episode
Law & Order: Organized Crime

Law & Order: Organized Crime

TV | 2022
Detective Frank Cosgrove
One Episode
Wrath of Man

Wrath of Man

Movie | 2021
Jackson
National Champions

National Champions

Movie | 2021
Mark Titus
INVINCIBLE

INVINCIBLE

TV | 2021
Machine Head (voice)
2 Episodes
Honest Thief

Honest Thief

Movie | 2020
Sean Meyers
Let Him Go

Let Him Go

Movie | 2020
Bill Weboy
Villains

Villains

Movie | 2019
George
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

Movie | 2019
Utah Defense Attorney John O'Connell
Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

Movie | 2019
Steve Trevor (voice)
Lucy in the Sky

Lucy in the Sky

Movie | 2019
Jim Hunt
Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Movie | 2018
Steve Forsing
Shot Caller

Shot Caller

Movie | 2017
Bottles
LBJ

LBJ

Movie | 2017
John F. Kennedy
Shut Eye

Shut Eye

TV | 2016
Charlie Haverford
20 Episodes
Extinction

Extinction

Movie | 2015
Jack
Sicario

Sicario

Movie | 2015
Steve Forsing
Fargo

Fargo

TV | 2015
Dodd Gerhardt
10 Episodes
Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe

Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe

Movie | 2011
Michael Westen (cameo)
J. Edgar

J. Edgar

Movie | 2011
Robert Kennedy
Changeling

Changeling

Movie | 2008
Captain J.J. Jones
Hindsight

Hindsight

Movie | 2008
Paul
Burn Notice

Burn Notice

TV | 2007
Michael Westen
111 Episodes
Law & Order

Law & Order

TV | 2007
Jacob Reese
One Episode
Crossing Jordan

Crossing Jordan

TV | 2007
William Ivers
5 Episodes
Come Early Morning

Come Early Morning

Movie | 2006
Cal Percell
Believe in Me

Believe in Me

Movie | 2006
Clay Driscoll
Monk

Monk

TV | 2006
Steve Wagner
One Episode
Hitch

Hitch

Movie | 2005
Vance
CSI: Miami

CSI: Miami

TV | 2005
Todd Kendrick
One Episode
Sam & Joe

Sam & Joe

Movie | 2004
Eric
Touching Evil

Touching Evil

TV | 2004
Detective David Creegan
13 Episodes
Final Draft

Final Draft

Movie | 2003
Pascal (as Jeff Donovan)
Purpose

Purpose

Movie | 2002
Robert Jennings
Witchblade

Witchblade

TV | 2002
One Episode
Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

Movie | 2000
Jeffrey "Jeff" Patterson
Bait

Bait

Movie | 2000
Julio
The Beat

The Beat

TV | 2000
Brad Urich
5 Episodes
Spin City

Spin City

TV | 1999
Tom
2 Episodes
When Trumpets Fade

When Trumpets Fade

Movie | 1998
Bobby
Witness to the Mob

Witness to the Mob

Movie | 1998
Agent #1
The Pretender

The Pretender

TV | 1998
Kyle
One Episode
Vegas Vacation

Vegas Vacation

Movie | 1997
Hotel Employee (uncredited)
Catherine's Grove

Catherine's Grove

Movie | 1997
Thomas Mason
Millennium

Millennium

TV | 1997
Bobby Webber
One Episode
The Pretender

The Pretender

TV | 1997
Kyle/John Doe
One Episode
Critical Choices

Critical Choices

Movie | 1996
Randy
Sleepers

Sleepers

Movie | 1996
Addison
Throwing Down

Throwing Down

Movie | 1995
Pete Gulley
Law & Order

Law & Order

TV | 1995
Eddie Nicodos
One Episode
Wardriver

Wardriver

Movie
Briefcase, 8

Briefcase, 8

Movie
Eleven Days

Eleven Days

Movie
Surrounded

Surrounded

Movie | 2023
Wheeler
Breaking

Breaking

Movie | 2022
Major Riddick
R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned

R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned

Movie | 2022
Sheriff Roy Pulsipher
First Love

First Love

Movie | 2022
Greg Albright
Wrath of Man

Wrath of Man

Movie | 2021
Jackson
National Champions

National Champions

Movie | 2021
Mark Titus
Honest Thief

Honest Thief

Movie | 2020
Sean Meyers
Let Him Go

Let Him Go

Movie | 2020
Bill Weboy
Villains

Villains

Movie | 2019
George
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

Movie | 2019
Utah Defense Attorney John O'Connell
Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

Movie | 2019
Steve Trevor (voice)
Lucy in the Sky

Lucy in the Sky

Movie | 2019
Jim Hunt
Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Movie | 2018
Steve Forsing
Shot Caller

Shot Caller

Movie | 2017
Bottles
LBJ

LBJ

Movie | 2017
John F. Kennedy
Extinction

Extinction

Movie | 2015
Jack
Sicario

Sicario

Movie | 2015
Steve Forsing
Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe

Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe

Movie | 2011
Michael Westen (cameo)
J. Edgar

J. Edgar

Movie | 2011
Robert Kennedy
Changeling

Changeling

Movie | 2008
Captain J.J. Jones
Hindsight

Hindsight

Movie | 2008
Paul
Come Early Morning

Come Early Morning

Movie | 2006
Cal Percell
Believe in Me

Believe in Me

Movie | 2006
Clay Driscoll
Hitch

Hitch

Movie | 2005
Vance
Sam & Joe

Sam & Joe

Movie | 2004
Eric
Final Draft

Final Draft

Movie | 2003
Pascal (as Jeff Donovan)
Purpose

Purpose

Movie | 2002
Robert Jennings
Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

Movie | 2000
Jeffrey "Jeff" Patterson
Bait

Bait

Movie | 2000
Julio
When Trumpets Fade

When Trumpets Fade

Movie | 1998
Bobby
Witness to the Mob

Witness to the Mob

Movie | 1998
Agent #1
Vegas Vacation

Vegas Vacation

Movie | 1997
Hotel Employee (uncredited)
Catherine's Grove

Catherine's Grove

Movie | 1997
Thomas Mason
Critical Choices

Critical Choices

Movie | 1996
Randy
Sleepers

Sleepers

Movie | 1996
Addison
Throwing Down

Throwing Down

Movie | 1995
Pete Gulley
Wardriver

Wardriver

Movie
Briefcase, 8

Briefcase, 8

Movie
Eleven Days

Eleven Days

Movie