Jordan James Gavaris (born September 25, 1989) is a Canadian/American actor. He is best known for his role as Felix Dawkins in the BBC America and Space television series Orphan Black (2013–2017). He is the lead actor in The Lake opposite Julia Stiles.
Jordan Gavaris | |
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 Gavaris at the 2016 WonderCon | |
| Born | Jordan James Gavaris September 25, 1989 Brampton, Ontario, Canada |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Spouse | |
Early life edit
Gavaris was born in Brampton and raised in Caledon, Ontario, Canada. His father is a Greek immigrant who worked for the Toronto District School Board before leaving to develop real estate in Toronto. His mother was born in Canada, and is of Northern European descent.[citation needed] She formerly had a career with The Globe and Mail. He is the youngest of three children.[1] Later living in Snelgrove, he attended Mayfield Secondary School, but was not allowed into the arts program.[2]
Career edit
Gavaris made his feature film debut in the Canadian independent film, 45 R.P.M. opposite Michael Madsen, Kim Coates, and Amanda Plummer.[3] In 2010, Gavaris co-starred in the Cartoon Network live-action series Unnatural History.[4] Gavaris also co-starred in the original drama Orphan Black for BBC America[5] and Canada's Space.[6]
In 2010, Gavaris was honoured by Playback, Panavision Canada, and The Canadian Film and Television Hall of Fame by being named one of 2010's "Top Ten to Watch".[7]
In 2014, Gavaris won a Canadian Screen Award for Best Supporting Actor and also won a Constellation Award for best performance in an episode.[8] On August 18, 2014, Gavaris was announced as the winner of the 2014 EWwy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.[9]
In 2016, Gavaris appeared in a supporting role in the film Sea of Trees, directed by Gus Van Sant and starring Matthew McConaughey and Ken Watanabe, and 2017 saw him co-star with Lena Olin in the arthouse film Maya Dardel. The film premiered at the SXSW Film Festival to generally favorable reviews.
In the media edit
The English accent Gavaris employs for his role as Felix Dawkins has been noted for its authenticity, despite Gavaris not being English. Entertainment Weekly writer Dalton Ross has stated that he is "not entirely convinced that it's not his normal accent that he's faking." Gavaris told Ross that Michiel Huisman, Jerome Flynn and Maria Doyle Kennedy all thought he was English:
When I lost the affectation after the read-through, Maria [Kennedy] was shocked. I think using an accent or affectation has given me a freedom as Felix I may not have otherwise found. The role has been by far the most liberating experience that anyone my age could have. There are so few colorful characters for people my age, it's a real treat to get to experiment in character work.[10]
Personal life edit
Gavaris had been dating actor and screenwriter Devon Graye since September 2013,[11] and the two married in 2018.
In May 2023, Gavaris became an American citizen.
Filmography edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 45 R.P.M. | Parry Tender | |
| 2013 | Curse of Chucky | U.S. Ex Delivery Guy | |
| 2015 | Sea of Trees | Eric | |
| 2017 | Maya Dardel | Kevin |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | G2G: Got to Go! | Barry | Unknown episodes |
| 2009 | Degrassi: The Next Generation | Nathan | 2 episodes |
| 2010 | Unnatural History | Jasper Bartlett | Lead role; 13 episodes |
| 2013–2017 | Orphan Black | Felix Dawkins | Main role Canadian Screen Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Supporting Role in a Dramatic Program or Series (2014, 2015) Constellation Award for Best Male Performance in a 2013 Science Fiction Television Episode (2014) EWwy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (2014) |
| 2013 | Cracked | Grant Mackenzie | Episode: "The Valley" |
| 2018 | Take Two | Mick English | Recurring role |
| 2019 | The Coop | Prince | Lead role |
| 2020 | Love in the Time of Corona | Sean | Recurring role |
| 2022–present | The Lake | Justin Lovejoy | Lead role |
| 2023 | Orphan Black: Echoes | Felix Dawkins | 2 episodes |
References edit
- ^ Jung, E. Alex (June 14, 2017). "Jordan Gavaris On Why He Waited to Come Out". Vulture. Retrieved December 19, 2020.
- ^ Bill Brioux (June 13, 2023). "Jordan Gavaris jumps back in The Lake". brioux.tv (Podcast). Bill Brioux. Retrieved June 13, 2023.
- ^ "45 RPM Cast". 45rpmthemovie.com. Archived from the original on August 2, 2017. Retrieved November 7, 2012.
- ^ "Jordan Gavaris (UNNATURAL HISTORY) Exclusive Interview". TV Equals. July 7, 2010. Retrieved November 7, 2012.
- ^ "Jordan Gavaris Talks BBC America's Orphan Black, Clones and Much More, "Orphan Black"". BioGamer Girl Magazine. May 16, 2013. Retrieved June 15, 2013.
- ^ "BBC Adds More Cast to 'clone drama', "Orphan Black"". The Hollywood Reporter. October 23, 2012. Retrieved December 24, 2012.
- ^ Emily Claire Afan (September 8, 2010). "10 To Watch: Jordan Gavaris". Playback. Retrieved November 7, 2012.
- ^ "The Constellation Awards - A Canadian Award for Excellence in Film & Television Science Fiction". Archived from the original on July 15, 2011. Retrieved July 24, 2014.
- ^ Mandi Bierly (August 18, 2014). "EWwy Awards 2014: Meet Your Winners". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved August 18, 2014.
- ^ Ross, Dalton (March 16, 2014). "Orphan Black: Jordan Gavaris Talks Felix and Having the Best Fake Accent On TV". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved March 16, 2014.
- ^ Jung, E. Alex. "Jordan Gavaris On Why He Waited to Come Out". Vulture. Retrieved June 14, 2017.
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