Devan Leos
Devan Leos (born August, 1998), is an American actor, publicist, and open-source intelligence analyst from Los Angeles California. He is known for starring as the lead character Alan in the Disney XD show Mighty Med, and he has appeared in a variety of television shows and films, including "The Pretty One," "Austin and Ally." and as Howie Needleman in Madea's Witness Protection.[1][2][3]
Devan Leos | |
|---|---|
| Born | Los Angeles, California |
| Years active | 2010-2024 |
| Known for | Mighty Med (as Alan), Madea's Witness Protection (as Howie) |
| Website | https://www.devanleos.com |
Career change
Leos is currently serving as a co-founder of an artificial intelligence company called Undetectable AI, where he oversees the company's communications.[4] He also founded and operates DDigital, a corporate communications firm.
Devan has represented various high profile individuals such as billionaire Jay Bloom (during the OceanGate scandal), and musicians such as Samantha Jay and Stephen Rezza. Beyond open source intelligence, Leos also has expertise in psychological marketing.[5] Beyond his career in media communications and entertainment, Leos is also a contributing author to Entrepreneur (magazine) and LA Weekly.[6][7][8]
Charitable work change
In 2021, Leos founded CMNT Inc, an anti-crime non profit organization that helps local communities by using open-source intelligence.[9] In March 2022, Devan Leos received the "Man of The Year," (2022 award) by US Features Magazine, for his charitable efforts through an anti-crime foundation he started in 2021.[10]
Television credits change
| Year | Title | Character | Grades |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2011 | The Middle | Henry | TV Series，Season 1，Episode 15："Valentine's Day", Episode 20："TV or Not TV", Episode 23："Signals", Season 3，Episode 55："Halloween II", |
| 2011 | Jessie | Trevor | Television series, Season 1, Episode 4: "Zombie Tea Party 5", Episode 8: "Christmas Story" |
| icarly | 10-Year-Old Boy #2 | Television series, Season 4, Episode 20: "iStill Psycho" | |
| 2012 | Gulliver Quinn | Deke Jr. | TVMovie |
| Deadtime Stories | Kevin | TV Series, Episode 1: "Grave Secrets" | |
| 2013 | Marvin Marvin | the same | Child contest |
| Austin & Ally | JJ de la Rosa | Television Series, Season 1, Episode 8: "Club de Dueños & Quinceañeras", Season 2, Episode 35: "Boy Songs & Badges" | |
| Mighty Med | Alan Diaz | Main role |
Film credits change
| Movies | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year | Title | Character |
| 2011 | L!fe Happens | Billy |
| 2012 | Madea's Witness Protection | Howie Needleman |
| Dream Cleaners | Fudge | Short film |
| 2013 | The Pretty One | Funeral Boy |
Personal life change
In 2023, in an interview with OK! Magazine, Leos stated that he struggled during his adolescent years, and revealed that he had been groomed and exploited by a now-convicted child predator named Acton Bowen. Leos admitted that he made mistakes when initially dealing with his trauma which caused him to spiral out of control. According to the same OK! Magazine article, Leos has a son.[9]
Controversies change
In 2016, Devan Leos was attacked by an individual allegedly wielding a knife, and he attempted to defend himself by using his vehicle. Leos was then charged with attempted murder, however given the facts of the case, he was only sentenced to community service.[11] On November 10th 2023, Devan Leos was accused by Radar Online of enabling students to cheat on their assignments, by helping operate the online platform Undetectable.ai, however in the article, Leos clarified that Undetectable.ai strictly prohibited such conduct.[12]
References change
- ↑ Nededog, Jethro (2014-05-22). "Disney XD Renews Superhero Series 'Mighty Med' for Season 2 (Exclusive)". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ Ng, Philiana (2013-09-09). "Disney XD Sets Debut for 'Mighty Med' Comedy Series (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ Staff, Radar (2023-11-10). "Alan From Mighty Med Condemns AI Cheats — Then Explains How To Cheat With AI". RadarOnline. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ Staff, OK! (2023-11-28). "Researcher Working With Royal Air Force Created an 'Undetectable' AI". OK Magazine. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ "Devan Leos–From Disney Actor to 'A Damn Fixer'". Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ "Devan Leos - Author Biography". Entrepreneur. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ Leos, Devan. "LA Weekly".
- ↑ Gissen, Lillie (2021-10-13). "What Is The Cast Of 'Mighty Med' Doing Now? See Stars In 2021". CelebMagazine. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Staff, OK! (2023-07-17). "Devan Leos Slams Cancel Culture: 'This is Holding Us Back!'". OK Magazine. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ Cromwell, Kelsie (2023-03-04). "Man Of The Year 2022 Announcement: Devan Leos". US FEATURES: Leaders and Innovators in America. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ "Disney Actor Devan Leos Explains Plea Deal in Attempted Murder Case". TMZ. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ Staff, Radar (2023-11-10). "Alan From Mighty Med Condemns AI Cheats — Then Explains How To Cheat With AI". RadarOnline. Retrieved 2024-03-13.