
Trevor Donovan
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.
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Known For
Acting History
2025
Mario Lopez Presents: Chasing Christmas as Michael
2025Christmas at the Inn
2025Grounded in Love as Jake
2024A Little Women's Christmas as Fritz
2024Reagan as John Barlettta
2023'Twas the Text Before Christmas as James
2023A Harvest Homecoming as Drew Granger
2022The Engagement Plot as Will Preston
2022Wolf Hound as Major Erich Roth
2022Aloha with Love as Ben
2021Jingle Bell Princess as Sam Cutler
2021Nantucket Noel as Andy Bittlesman
2021Hot Water as Jarid Harper
2021Two for the Win as Justin O'Neill
2021Love, Lost & Found as Colt McCoy
2020USS Christmas as Lt. Billy Jenkins
2020JL Family Ranch: The Wedding Gift as Brady
2020The Au Pair Nightmare as Brad Hardwick
2019Nostalgic Christmas as Keith McClain
2019Love, Fall & Order as Patrick Harris
2019When Hope Calls as Constable Jim Reynolds
2019Prescription for Love as Luke Taylor
2019SnowComing as Jake
2018The Ghost Beyond as John Burrows
2018Runaway Romance as Hunter
2018The Neighborhood Nightmare as Stephen Lane
2017Marry Me at Christmas as Johnny Blake
2017Escaping Dad as Wes
2017Sun Records as Eddy Arnold
2016Love on a Limb as Kyle Sorenson
2016J.L. Family Ranch as Brady
2016Lucifer as Max Evans
2015Love Finds You in Charm as Noah Weaver
2015Texas Rising as Kit Acklin
2014Bermuda Tentacles as Chief Trip Oliver
2013A Snow Globe Christmas as Eric
2012Strawberry Summer as Jason Keith
2012Savages as Matt/Magda's Boyfriend
2012The Client List as Dashiell Codd
2011Awkward. as Stevie Shay
2011Birds of a Feather as Trevor
2010Takers as Rahway Body Double
2010Melissa & Joey as Austin
2010Melissa & Joey as Alistair
2009Surrogates as Surrie / Greer
2009Drop Dead Diva as Keith
200890210 as Teddy Montgomery
2005Dancing with the Stars as Self - Contestant
2005Grey's Anatomy as Beau Caraway
2004Quintuplets as Waiter
2003NCIS as Thomas Buckner
2000CSI: Crime Scene Investigation as Spartan
—Where the Wind Blows as Chase Logan









