Trevor Donovan

Trevor Donovan

Acting • Born 1982-10-11

Acting1Bishop, California, USA

Biography

Trevor Donovan (born October 11, 1982, in Mammoth Lakes, California) is a versatile artist, advocate, and author. A former member of the U.S. teen ski team, Donovan later earned a bachelor's degree in graphic design before embarking on a successful entertainment career. He is best known for his groundbreaking role as Teddy Montgomery, the first and only LGBT series regular on the global hit 90210, as well as for his performances in Texas Rising, Sun Records, and Melissa & Joey. ​Beyond his on-screen success, Donovan is a passionate advocate for various causes, including canine rights and anti-bullying. He serves as an active ambassador for the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights. Additionally, he founded the nationwide anti-bullying program Team Upstanders, dedicating himself to raising awareness about bullying in all its forms, along with other issues he deeply cares about. Known for his charismatic and engaging performances, Donovan has emerged as a sought-after leading man in romantic comedies, earning him the title "The Prince Charming of RomComs." He has starred in numerous titles, including Easy Heart, USS Christmas, Love Finds You in Charm, and many others. Recently, he has taken on the role of Chase Logan in the Where the Wind Blows film series, adding to his impressive repertoire. Donovan appeared on Season 31 of Dancing with the Stars on Disney+, quickly becoming a fan favorite and reaching the semi-finals despite having no prior dance experience. He has also starred in various popular TV shows, including 90210, Sun Records, The Client List, Melissa & Joey, Awkward, NCIS, and Lucifer. His recent projects include the biopic Reagan with Dennis Quaid, which was theatrically released in August 2024. Upcoming projects include Grounded, A Little Women's Christmas, and When Hope Calls. ​Apart from his successful acting career, Donovan is also an accomplished author, having written three children's books in his Love Always series, featuring Dogbert the German Shepherd, Tito the English Bulldog, Shadow the Golden Retriever, and Chance the Labrador. These heartwarming stories are inspired by real-life everyday experiences and showcase Donovan's love for animals and his unwavering optimism. Donovan's positive outlook on life and dedication to making a difference make him a beloved figure in both the entertainment industry and the wider community. He is an avid user of social media, where he has a global fan base known as #DonoFans, who eagerly support all his endeavors and ensure his projects trend online.

Filmography

53 credits
Nantucket Noel

Nantucket Noel

Movie • 2021

Andy Bittlesman

Jingle Bell Princess

Jingle Bell Princess

Movie • 2021

Sam Cutler

Takers

Takers

Movie • 2010

Rahway Body Double

'Twas the Text Before Christmas

'Twas the Text Before Christmas

Movie • 2023

James

Aloha with Love

Aloha with Love

Movie • 2022

Ben

The Engagement Plot

The Engagement Plot

Movie • 2022

Will Preston

Surrogates

Surrogates

Movie • 2009

Surrie / Greer

Savages

Savages

Movie • 2012

Matt/Magda's Boyfriend

A Harvest Homecoming

A Harvest Homecoming

Movie • 2023

Drew Granger

Strawberry Summer

Strawberry Summer

Movie • 2012

Jason Keith

A Snow Globe Christmas

A Snow Globe Christmas

Movie • 2013

Eric

Love Finds You in Charm

Love Finds You in Charm

Movie • 2015

Noah Weaver

Where the Wind Blows

Where the Wind Blows

Movie • 2025

Chase Logan

Love on a Limb

Love on a Limb

Movie • 2016

Kyle Sorenson

A Little Women's Christmas

A Little Women's Christmas

Movie • 2024

Fritz

Bermuda Tentacles

Bermuda Tentacles

Movie • 2014

Chief Trip Oliver

J.L. Family Ranch

J.L. Family Ranch

Movie • 2016

Brady

Escaping Dad

Escaping Dad

Movie • 2017

Wes

Marry Me at Christmas

Marry Me at Christmas

Movie • 2017

Johnny Blake

Runaway Romance

Runaway Romance

Movie • 2018

Hunter

The Neighborhood Nightmare

The Neighborhood Nightmare

Movie • 2018

Stephen Lane

Wolf Hound

Wolf Hound

Movie • 2022

Major Erich Roth

The Ghost Beyond

The Ghost Beyond

Movie • 2018

John Burrows

SnowComing

SnowComing

Movie • 2019

Jake

Birds of a Feather

Birds of a Feather

Movie • 2011

Trevor

Nostalgic Christmas

Nostalgic Christmas

Movie • 2019

Keith McClain

Love, Fall & Order

Love, Fall & Order

Movie • 2019

Patrick Harris

Prescription for Love

Prescription for Love

Movie • 2019

Luke Taylor

JL Family Ranch: The Wedding Gift

JL Family Ranch: The Wedding Gift

Movie • 2020

Brady

Hot Water

Hot Water

Movie • 2021

Jarid Harper

The Au Pair Nightmare

The Au Pair Nightmare

Movie • 2020

Brad Hardwick

USS Christmas

USS Christmas

Movie • 2020

Lt. Billy Jenkins

Two for the Win

Two for the Win

Movie • 2021

Justin O'Neill

Love, Lost & Found

Love, Lost & Found

Movie • 2021

Colt McCoy

Reagan

Reagan

Movie • 2024

John Barlettta

Grounded in Love

Grounded in Love

Movie • 2025

Jake

Mario Lopez Presents: Chasing Christmas

Mario Lopez Presents: Chasing Christmas

Movie • 2025

Michael

Christmas at the Inn

Christmas at the Inn

Movie • 2025

Quintuplets

Quintuplets

TV • 2004

Waiter

90210

90210

TV • 2008

Teddy Montgomery

Awkward.

Awkward.

TV • 2011

Stevie Shay

The Client List

The Client List

TV • 2012

Dashiell Codd

Dancing with the Stars

Dancing with the Stars

TV • 2005

Self - Contestant

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

TV • 2000

Spartan

Drop Dead Diva

Drop Dead Diva

TV • 2009

Keith

Melissa & Joey

Melissa & Joey

TV • 2010

Austin

Melissa & Joey

Melissa & Joey

TV • 2010

Alistair

Texas Rising

Texas Rising

TV • 2015

Kit Acklin

Sun Records

Sun Records

TV • 2017

Eddy Arnold

Lucifer

Lucifer

TV • 2016

Max Evans

Grey's Anatomy

Grey's Anatomy

TV • 2005

Beau Caraway

NCIS

NCIS

TV • 2003

Thomas Buckner

When Hope Calls

When Hope Calls

TV • 2019

Constable Jim Reynolds