Donovan was born in Sterling Heights, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit and graduated high school from the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy where he majored in theatre.
Other television appearances include Law & Order, Medium, Nite Tales; The Series, Boardwalk Empire, and Blue Bloods.
Donovan starred and produced his first comedy short, Steeling Magnolias which premiered at Outfest and has since traversed the world in various film festivals.
Donovan teamed with Steakhaus Productions in 2008 and produced several films including Weather Girl, 6 Month Rule, Annie in the Aisle of Irma, The Rise, and Church & State.
He originated the roles of Bernard in Dream True at the Vineyard Theatre and Wil in Fanny Hill at the Goodspeed Opera House.