Jeffrey Donovan
Renowned for his versatility and striking presence, Jeffrey Donovan has made a name for himself through memorable performances on film, television, and the stage.
Jeffrey was most recently seen in Changeling, opposite Angelina Jolie, as a corrupt police chief in the 1920’s-era drama. This poignant film is directed by Clint Eastwood and tells the shocking tale of a mother's quest to find her son, and those who won't stop until they silence her.
Last year, Donovan captivated audiences with his performance in the Joey Lauren Adams’ film Come Early Morning. Written and directed by Adams, the film premiered at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival, and Donovan received high praise opposite Ashley Judd. Donovan also starred in the independent film Believe in Me, an adaptation of the young-adult novel “Brief Garland,” by Harold Keith. Directed by Robert Collector, the film follows the story of Driscoll, a high-school girls’ basketball coach in the 1960s who becomes inspired by his young team and who, in turn, inspires them toward greatness. Additional film credits include Hitch, Sleepers, Purpose, Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 and Bait. Donovan made his feature film debut in Throwing Down, which won the grand prize at the Hamptons International Film Festival.
Donovan currently stars as Michael Westen in USA Network’s original series Burn Notice, which returned for its second season this summer. In this hit series, Donovan plays a spy recently disavowed by the U.S. Government who uses his Special Ops training to help others in trouble. In 2004, Donovan earned critical acclaim for his starring role as Detective David Creegan in the USA Network original series Touching Evil. Additional television credits include HBO’s original film When Trumpets Fade; recurring roles on Crossing Jordan, Spin City, The Beat and The Pretender; and notable guest appearances in Monk, CSI: Miami, Law & Order and Homicide: Life on the Street.
Donovan returned to the stage at the Royal George Theatre in Chicago to star in Don’t Dress for Dinner this year. He has received rave reviews for his performance in the Marc Camoletti sex farce most notably from the cities leading paper citing “leading man Jeffrey Donovan recalls Cary Grant with his sexy charm, athleticism and gift for deadpan humor.” This collaboration marks the reunion for Tillinger and Donovan, who worked together on Berkshire Theater Festival’s production of Toys in the Attic. Donovan made his Broadway debut in An Inspector Calls and as Marco in the Tony Award winning A View from the Bridge. Donovan’s other New York Stage appearances are with Shakespeare in the Park, Promenade Theatre and Playwrights Horizons.
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