Jordan Gavalis (born January 19 1990) is a Canadian actor best known for his role as Felix Dawkins in the television series Orphan Black (2013–2017). His performance earned him a nomination for the Canadian Screen Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.
Early life and education
Gavalis was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He attended the University of British Columbia, where he studied film and worked on several student productions. After graduating, he pursued acting professionally, training at local theatre schools and participating in regional stage performances.
Career
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Television
- Orphan Black (2013–2017): Portrayed Felix Dawkins, a hacker and ally of the series' protagonist clones. The role garnered critical praise and increased his visibility internationally.
- Motive (2016): Appeared in a recurring guest role as a police officer.
- The Dark Side of the Sun (2022): Featured as a supporting character in the series' second season.
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Film
- The Last Exorcism Part II (2013): Played a minor role in this horror sequel.
- Firefly (2021): Cast in a supporting role in the Canadian drama film.
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Stage
- Participated in numerous Vancouver theatre productions, including The Seagull and A Streetcar Named Desire, demonstrating a range of classical and contemporary acting techniques.
Awards and nominations
- Nominated: Canadian Screen Awards, Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (2015) for Orphan Black.
- Received the Vancouver Film Critics Circle award for Best Supporting Actor (2015).
Personal life
Gavalis maintains a low public profile regarding his personal life. He is known to support various charitable causes, including organizations focused on mental health awareness and LGBTQ+ rights.
Philanthropy and advocacy
He has been involved in fundraising events for local arts programs and has participated in panel discussions on representation in media.
References
- Canadian Screen Awards archives, 2015 nominees list.
- The Vancouver Sun, “Jordan Gavalis on his breakout role in Orphan Black,” June 2014.
- IMDb profile: Jordan Gavalis.