Drew Davis

Drew Davis, an American football player, achieved prominence as the first openly gay player drafted by an NFL team, making a notable impact on LGBTQ+ representation in professional sports.

TV Actor

February 19, 2004

Pisces

21

Toronto, Canada

Davis’s acting career began in the early 2000s with small roles in television shows such as “Dawson’s Creek” and “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” His breakthrough role came in 2003 when he was cast as Chris Keller in the popular teen drama series “One Tree Hill.” Davis played the charismatic and troubled character for six seasons, becoming a fan favorite and gaining recognition for his acting skills.

After “One Tree Hill” ended in 2012, Davis continued to appear in various television shows, including “The Vampire Diaries,” “The Originals,” and “Supernatural.” In recent years, he has also ventured into film, with roles in movies such as “The Final Season” and “The Perfect Guy.”

Davis received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Chris Keller in “One Tree Hill.” He was nominated for several Teen Choice Awards and won the award for Choice TV Breakout Star Male in 2005. Davis was also recognized for his work in “The Originals,” receiving a nomination for the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Actor in a New TV Series in 2014.

Davis is married to actress Kristin Allen, and they have two children together. He is actively involved in charitable work and supports various organizations, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Davis is also a talented musician and enjoys playing the guitar and singing.