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Jeffrey Donovan

Jeffrey Donovan

Known for: Acting

Born 11/05/1968
Place of birth 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 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

Monk Series ★ 7,9

Monk

Steve Wagner

2002

Late Night with Seth Meyers Series ★ 5,1

Late Night with Seth Meyers

Self

2014

Law & Order Series ★ 7,3

Law & Order

Frank Cosgrove

1990

Law & Order Series ★ 7,3

Law & Order

Eddie Nicodos

1990

Law & Order Series ★ 7,3

Law & Order

Jacob Reese

1990

CSI: Miami Series ★ 7,7

CSI: Miami

Todd Kendrick

2002

Fargo Series ★ 8,3

Fargo

Dodd Gerhardt

2014

INVINCIBLE Series ★ 8,6

INVINCIBLE

Machine Head (voice)

2021

The Cycle Film ★ 6,8

The Cycle

Marks

2026

Crossing Jordan Series ★ 7,2

Crossing Jordan

William Ivers

2001

Law & Order: Organized Crime Series ★ 7,9

Law & Order: Organized Crime

Frank Cosgrove

2021

Burn Notice Series ★ 7,5

Burn Notice

Michael Westen

2007

Homicide: Life on the Street Series ★ 8,1

Homicide: Life on the Street

Newton Dell / Miles Dell

1993

Spin City Series ★ 7,0

Spin City

Tom

1996

The Pretender Series ★ 7,4

The Pretender

Kyle/John Doe

1996

The Pretender Series ★ 7,4

The Pretender

Kyle

1996

Millennium Series ★ 7,7

Millennium

Bobby Webber

1996

Wrath of Man Film ★ 7,6

Wrath of Man

Jackson

2021

Sicario Film ★ 7,4

Sicario

Steve Forsing

2015

Sleepers Film ★ 7,6

Sleepers

Addison

1996

Sicario: Day of the Soldado Film ★ 6,9

Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Steve Forsing

2018

Witchblade Series ★ 7,0

Witchblade

2001

Hitch Film ★ 6,6

Hitch

Vance

2005

Wardriver Film ★ 7,4

Wardriver

Bilson

2026

Extinction Film ★ 6,4

Extinction

Jack

2015

The Beat Series ★ 4,0

The Beat

Brad Urich

2000

Shot Caller Film ★ 7,0

Shot Caller

Bottles

2017

Changeling Film ★ 7,6

Changeling

Captain J.J. Jones

2008

Shut Eye Series ★ 6,3

Shut Eye

Charlie Haverford

2016

Touching Evil Series ★ 7,0

Touching Evil

Detective David Creegan

2004

Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile Film ★ 7,0

Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

Utah Defense Attorney John O'Connell

2019

Honest Thief Film ★ 6,5

Honest Thief

Sean Meyers

2020

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Film ★ 4,4

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

Jeffrey "Jeff" Patterson

2000

Bait Film ★ 5,7

Bait

Julio

2000

Let Him Go Film ★ 6,8

Let Him Go

Bill Weboy

2020

R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned Film ★ 6,2

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

Sheriff Roy Pulsipher

2022

Vegas Vacation Film ★ 6,0

Vegas Vacation

Hotel Employee (uncredited)

1997

The Faithful Series ★ 6,6

The Faithful

Abraham

2026

J. Edgar Film ★ 6,2

J. Edgar

Robert Kennedy

2011

Wonder Woman: Bloodlines Film ★ 6,9

Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

Steve Trevor (voice)

2019

Lucy in the Sky Film ★ 5,0

Lucy in the Sky

Jim Hunt

2019

When Trumpets Fade Film ★ 6,6

When Trumpets Fade

Bobby

1998

LBJ Film ★ 6,4

LBJ

John F. Kennedy

2017

Breaking Film ★ 6,5

Breaking

Major Riddick

2022

Villains Film ★ 6,2

Villains

George

2019

First Love Film ★ 5,7

First Love

Greg Albright

2022

Surrounded Film ★ 6,2

Surrounded

Wheeler

2023

Hindsight Film ★ 4,1

Hindsight

Paul

2008

Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe Film ★ 6,4

Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe

Michael Westen (cameo)

2011

Sam & Joe Film ★ 9,0

Sam & Joe

Eric

2004

Come Early Morning Film ★ 5,5

Come Early Morning

Cal Percell

2006

Witness to the Mob Film ★ 7,1

Witness to the Mob

Agent #1

1998

National Champions Film ★ 6,4

National Champions

Mark Titus

2021

Eleven Days Film

Eleven Days

2026

Catherine's Grove Film ★ 4,4

Catherine's Grove

Thomas Mason

1997

Film

Hal

Dan Oliver

Believe in Me Film ★ 6,4

Believe in Me

Clay Driscoll

2006

Purpose Film ★ 4,9

Purpose

Robert Jennings

2002

Final Draft Film ★ 4,8

Final Draft

Pascal (as Jeff Donovan)

2003

Critical Choices Film ★ 6,3

Critical Choices

Randy

1996

Briefcase, 8 Film

Briefcase, 8

Throwing Down Film ★ 8,0

Throwing Down

Pete Gulley

1995