Devan Leos
| Devan Leos | |
|---|---|
| Born | Los Angeles, California |
| 💼 Occupation | |
| 📆 Years active | 2010-2024 |
| Known for | Mighty Med (as Alan), Madea's Witness Protection (as Howie) |
| 🌐 Website | https://www.devanleos.com |
Devan Leos (born August, 1998), is an American actor, publicist, startup founder, 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,[1] 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.[2][3][4][5]
He's also known for co-founding and developing an AI company.[6][7]
Career
Leos is the co-founder of an artificial intelligence company called Undetectable AI, where he oversees the company's communications. He's contributed to discussions about AI ethics.[8][9][10] In 2024, Newsweek reported that Elon Musk praised Leos and his company Undetectable.ai.[11]
Previously Leos founded and operated DDigital, a corporate communications firm. Devan has represented various high profile individuals such as billionaire Jay Bloom, Samantha Jay and Stephen Rezza.[12] Beyond his career in media communications and entertainment, Leos was also a contributing author to Entrepreneur (magazine) and LA Weekly.[13][14][15]
During his childhood Leos starred numerous Disney shows, like Mighty Med. In 2023, FilmDaily listed Leos as one of the most iconic Disney actors of all time.[16]
Charitable work
In 2021, Leos founded CMNT Inc, an anti-crime non profit organization that helps local communities by using open-source intelligence.[17] 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.[18]
Television credits
| 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
| 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
In 2023, in an interview with OK! Magazine, Leos stated that he struggled during his adolescent years, and revealed that he had been 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.[17]
Controversies
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.[19][20] Out of all the former Disney stars who have been arrested, Leos is the only one to have been charged with attempted murder. [21]
In September of 2023, Leos tried to shut down conspiracy theories saying Tupac Shakur was still alive, by offering $150k to anyone who could offer proof.[22]
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.[4]
References
- ↑ Staff, J.-14 (2024-08-07). "'Mighty Med' Cast: See What the Disney XD Stars Are Doing Now". J-14. Retrieved 2025-01-15.
- ↑ 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.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Staff, Radar (2023-11-10). "Alan From Mighty Med Condemns AI Cheats — Then Explains How To Cheat With AI". RadarOnline. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ jhilton (2024-10-24). "How SCV native Devan Leos found startup success". Santa Clarita Valley Signal. Retrieved 2025-01-15.
- ↑ "Devan Leos Talks About Diversity and Inclusion in AI - Grit Daily News". 2023-07-25. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
- ↑ natalia; Shepherd, Tyler (2025-01-28). "AI's Evolving Role in Content: Boosting Authenticity and Creativity". Variety Australia. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
- ↑ "The Digital Afterlife Industry Is Burgeoning—And It's Worrying A.I. Ethicists". Observer. 2024-05-28. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Staff, OK! (2023-11-28). "Researcher Working With Royal Air Force Created an 'Undetectable' AI". OK Magazine. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ↑ "Some say undetectable AI is a problem, while others embrace it". SFWeekly. 2023-12-01. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Writer, Michelle McGahan Contributing Entertainment (2024-10-02). "Why Elon Musk is praising this former Disney star". Newsweek. Retrieved 2024-10-03.
- ↑ "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. Archived from the original on 2024-03-13. Retrieved 2024-03-13. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Frostwick, Eric (2023-04-11). "Top 10 Most Iconic Former Disney Channel Actors of All Time". Film Daily. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 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.
- ↑ Frostwick, Eric (2023-09-01). "Hold Up, Devan Leos is Crashing the Cancel Culture Party!". Film Daily. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
- ↑ Langberg, Eric (2023-01-04). "Former Disney Channel Stars Who Have Been Arrested". Nicki Swift. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
- ↑ Frostwick, Eric (2023-09-13). "Devan Leos Offers $150K To Settle New Tupac Conspiracy Claims". Film Daily. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
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