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Jeffrey Donovan

Jeffrey Donovan

Actor · Born 1968-05-11 · Amesbury, Massachusetts, USA

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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…

Movies & TV Shows

  1. Sicario (2015) — Steve Forsing
  2. Hitch (2005) — Vance
  3. Wrath of Man (2021) — Jackson
  4. INVINCIBLE (2021) — Machine Head (voice)
  5. Changeling (2008) — Captain J.J. Jones
  6. Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018) — Steve Forsing
  7. Sleepers (1996) — Addison
  8. Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile (2019) — Utah Defense Attorney John O'Connell
  9. Fargo (2014) — Dodd Gerhardt
  10. J. Edgar (2011) — Robert Kennedy
  11. Shot Caller (2017) — Bottles
  12. Honest Thief (2020) — Sean Meyers
  13. CSI: Miami (2002) — Todd Kendrick
  14. Monk (2002) — Steve Wagner
  15. Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 (2000) — Jeffrey "Jeff" Patterson
  16. Let Him Go (2020) — Bill Weboy
  17. Extinction (2015) — Jack
  18. Vegas Vacation (1997) — Hotel Employee (uncredited)
  19. Law & Order (1990) — Frank Cosgrove
  20. R.I.P.D. 2: Rise of the Damned (2022) — Sheriff Roy Pulsipher
  21. Burn Notice (2007) — Michael Westen
  22. Wonder Woman: Bloodlines (2019) — Steve Trevor (voice)
  23. Villains (2019) — George
  24. Spin City (1996) — Tom
  25. Law & Order: Organized Crime (2021) — Detective Frank Cosgrove
  26. Millennium (1996) — Bobby Webber
  27. Lucy in the Sky (2019) — Jim Hunt
  28. Breaking (2022) — Major Riddick
  29. Bait (2000) — Julio
  30. The Pretender (1996) — Kyle/John Doe
  31. LBJ (2017) — John F. Kennedy
  32. Crossing Jordan (2001) — William Ivers
  33. When Trumpets Fade (1998) — Bobby
  34. First Love (2022) — Greg Albright
  35. Homicide: Life on the Street (1993) — Newton Dell / Miles Dell
  36. Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe (2011) — Michael Westen (cameo)
  37. Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014) — Self
  38. Wardriver (2026) — Bilson
  39. National Champions (2021) — Mark Titus
  40. Surrounded (2023) — Wheeler

Directed

  1. Burn Notice (2007) — Director
  2. Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe (2011) — Director