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Jeffrey Donovan

Acting 57 years old Amesbury, Massachusetts, USA ★ 2.1
Born: May 11, 1968

Biography

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 in 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.

Filmography

Acting Credits (63)

Le donne della Bibbia
Le donne della Bibbia 2026
The Faithful
The Faithful Abraham 2026
Wardriver
Wardriver Bilson 2026
Surrounded
Surrounded Wheeler 2023
R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned
R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned Sheriff Roy Pulsipher 2022
Breaking
Breaking Major Riddick 2022
First Love
First Love Greg Albright 2022
National Champions
National Champions Mark Titus 2021
Wrath of Man
Wrath of Man Jackson 2021
Law & Order: Organized Crime
Law & Order: Organized Crime Detective Frank Cosgrove 2021
INVINCIBLE
INVINCIBLE Machine Head (voice) 2021
Let Him Go
Let Him Go Bill Weboy 2020
Honest Thief
Honest Thief Sean Meyers 2020
Wonder Woman: Bloodlines
Wonder Woman: Bloodlines Steve Trevor (voice) 2019
Villains
Villains George 2019
Lucy in the Sky
Lucy in the Sky Jim Hunt 2019
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile Utah Defense Attorney John O'Connell 2019
Sicario: Day of the Soldado
Sicario: Day of the Soldado Steve Forsing 2018
LBJ
LBJ John F. Kennedy 2017
Shot Caller
Shot Caller Bottles 2017
Shut Eye
Shut Eye Charlie Haverford 2016
Sicario
Sicario Steve Forsing 2015
Extinction
Extinction Jack 2015
Fargo
Fargo Dodd Gerhardt 2014
Late Night with Seth Meyers
Late Night with Seth Meyers Self 2014
J. Edgar
J. Edgar Robert Kennedy 2011
Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe
Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe Michael Westen (cameo) 2011
Changeling
Changeling Captain J.J. Jones 2008
Hindsight
Hindsight Paul 2008
Burn Notice
Burn Notice Michael Westen 2007
Believe in Me
Believe in Me Clay Driscoll 2006
Come Early Morning
Come Early Morning Cal Percell 2006
Hitch
Hitch Vance 2005
Sam & Joe
Sam & Joe Eric 2004
Touching Evil
Touching Evil Detective David Creegan 2004
Final Draft
Final Draft Pascal (as Jeff Donovan) 2003
CSI: Miami
CSI: Miami Todd Kendrick 2002
Monk
Monk Steve Wagner 2002
Purpose
Purpose Robert Jennings 2002
Crossing Jordan
Crossing Jordan William Ivers 2001
Witchblade
Witchblade 2001
Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2
Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Jeffrey "Jeff" Patterson 2000
Bait
Bait Julio 2000
The Beat
The Beat Brad Urich 2000
When Trumpets Fade
When Trumpets Fade Bobby 1998
Witness to the Mob
Witness to the Mob Agent #1 1998
Catherine's Grove
Catherine's Grove Thomas Mason 1997
Vegas Vacation
Vegas Vacation Hotel Employee (uncredited) 1997
Critical Choices
Critical Choices Randy 1996
Millennium
Millennium Bobby Webber 1996
Sleepers
Sleepers Addison 1996
The Pretender
The Pretender Kyle/John Doe 1996
The Pretender
The Pretender Kyle 1996
Spin City
Spin City Tom 1996
Throwing Down
Throwing Down Pete Gulley 1995
Homicide: Life on the Street
Homicide: Life on the Street Newton Dell / Miles Dell 1993
Law & Order
Law & Order Frank Cosgrove 1990
Law & Order
Law & Order Eddie Nicodos 1990
Law & Order
Law & Order Jacob Reese 1990
Briefcase, 8
Briefcase, 8
Eleven Days
Eleven Days
The Cycle
The Cycle Marks
Hal
Hal Dan Oliver

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