Gavin Houston Biography: Age, Wife, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Daughter

Gavin Houston is a versatile American actor and model, best known for his compelling portrayal of Jeffrey Harrington in the Oprah Winfrey Network’s prime-time soap opera The Haves and the Have Nots.

His dynamic performances across television, film, and theater, combined with his dedication to his craft, have established him as a respected figure in the entertainment industry, captivating audiences with his emotional depth and charisma.

Profile

• Full Name: Gavin Alexander Houston
• Stage Name: Gavin Houston
• Born: December 10, 1977
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Model, Producer, Former Gymnast
• Height: 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m)
• Parents: Lloyd Houston and Colette Houston
• Siblings: Tonza Houston
• Spouse: None
• Children: Zoey Houston
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million USD

Early Life and Education

Gavin Houston was born on December 10, 1977, in Brooklyn, New York, USA, to Lloyd Houston and Colette Houston, both of Guyanese and Brazilian descent.

Raised in Teaneck, New Jersey, alongside his older sister, Tonza Houston, he grew up in a close-knit family that supported his creative aspirations.

He graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Theatre, later honing his acting skills at the Manhattan Theatre Club in New York City.

His Guyanese-Brazilian heritage and American upbringing shaped his resilience and multicultural perspective, which he brings to his performances.

Career

Gavin Houston began his career as a child actor in 1992, appearing in commercials and landing a guest role on The Cosby Show in its final season.

His early experiences helped him develop his craft, leading to his first major role as Remy Boudreau in the CBS daytime soap opera Guiding Light from 2002 to 2006, one of America’s longest-running TV dramas.

During his time in New York, he performed in off-Broadway productions, including August Wilson’s Radio Golf, Gem of the Ocean, Two Trains Running, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, and Eugene O’Neill’s Long Day’s Journey Into Night, showcasing his theatrical versatility.

In 2007, he guest-starred as Rick in The Singles Table and, in 2008, played Paul in Wizards of Waverly Place and Vince in Without a Trace.

In 2010, he had a recurring role as Sly Thomas in General Hospital and appeared as Tony Foster in The Bay (2010–2014).

His career-defining role came in 2013 as Jeffrey Harrington in Tyler Perry’s The Haves and the Have Nots on OWN, where he portrayed a counselor grappling with his sexuality, appearing in over 100 episodes until the series ended in 2021.

The show became OWN’s highest-rated program, significantly boosting his profile.

His film roles include Mike Chase in Spy (2011), a sailor in The Rum Diary (2011), Blake in Presumed Dead in Paradise (2014), Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds in Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart (2016), Lance in The Secret She Kept (2016), Nathan Ramirez in Me + 1 (2017), a hulking jock in Con Man (2018), Ethan in Safeword (2023), and Osiris Hughs in Dance for Me (2023).

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @iamgavinhouston
• Facebook Handle: Gavin Houston
• Twitter Handle: @GavinHouston

Personal Life

Gavin Houston, 47 years old, is single and keeps his romantic life private, leading to speculation about his personal relationships.

In 2016, he tweeted about a girlfriend focused on fitness and healthy eating, but he never disclosed her identity, and a 2018 Instagram post with Leigh Lowery in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, suggested a possible relationship that was later deleted, indicating a potential breakup.

He has confirmed he is not gay, despite playing a gay character in The Haves and the Have Nots, and identifies as a straight ally to the LGBTQ+ community.

Gavin has a daughter, Zoey Houston, born around 2001, whom he describes as a significant inspiration, though the identity of her mother remains undisclosed, and it is unclear if she is adopted or biological.

Residing primarily in New York City with occasional stays in Los Angeles for work, he enjoys a healthy lifestyle, including scuba diving, martial arts, and supporting his favorite football team, the Florida Gators.

Filmography

• The Cosby Show (1992) – Guest Role (TV Series, 1 episode)
• Guiding Light (2002–2006) – Remy Boudreau (Main Role, TV Series)
• The Singles Table (2007) – Rick (Guest Role, TV Series, 1 episode)
• Wizards of Waverly Place (2008) – Paul (Guest Role, TV Series, 1 episode)
• Without a Trace (2008) – Vince (Guest Role, TV Series, 1 episode)
• General Hospital (2010, 2023) – Sly Thomas, Zeke Robinson (Recurring Role, Guest Role, TV Series)
• The Bay (2010–2014) – Tony Foster (Recurring Role, TV Series, 5 episodes)
• Spy (2011) – Mike Chase (Supporting Role, Film)
• The Rum Diary (2011) – Sailor (Supporting Role, Film)
• The Haves and the Have Nots (2013–2021) – Jeffrey Harrington (Main Role, TV Series, 100+ episodes)
• Presumed Dead in Paradise (2014) – Blake (Supporting Role, TV Movie)
• Rizzoli & Isles (2015) – Alphonse (Guest Role, TV Series, 1 episode)
• Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart (2016) – Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds (Supporting Role, TV Movie)
• The Secret She Kept (2016) – Lance (Supporting Role, TV Movie)
• Me + 1 (2017) – Nathan Ramirez (Lead Role, Short Film)
• Con Man (2018) – Hulking Jock (Supporting Role, Film)
• Grey’s Anatomy (2018) – Ed Benson (Guest Role, TV Series, 1 episode)
• Shameless (2021) – Officer Paul Sikes (Guest Role, TV Series, 1 episode)
• Roswell, New Mexico (2021–2022) – Theodore (Recurring Role, TV Series)
• NCIS: Los Angeles (2022) – Wesley Roberts (Guest Role, TV Series, 1 episode)
• Safeword (2023) – Ethan (Supporting Role, TV Movie)
• Dance for Me (2023) – Osiris Hughs (Supporting Role, TV Movie)

Net Worth

Gavin Houston has an estimated net worth of $1 million USD.

His wealth is derived from his extensive acting career, notably his long-running role in The Haves and the Have Nots, with a reported average actor salary of $53,000 annually, and guest appearances in high-profile shows like Grey’s Anatomy and Shameless.

His modeling work and minor producing credits, such as on The Haves and the Have Nots, also contribute.