History of Avan Jogia in Timeline

Avan Tudor Jogia is a Canadian actor, singer, author, and director. He gained initial recognition for his role as Danny Araujo in the television film A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story (2006). After relocating to the United States in his late teens, Jogia secured various television roles, including a part in the series Caprica (2009–2010).

February 9, 1992: Birth of Avan Jogia

Avan Tudor Jogia was born on February 9, 1992, marking the beginning of the life of a future Canadian actor, singer, author, and director.

1996: Inspired by Tim Curry

In 1996, Avan Jogia was inspired by British actor Tim Curry, particularly Curry's role as Long John Silver in the film Muppet Treasure Island.

2006: First Role in A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story

In 2006, Avan Jogia portrayed Danny Araujo in the biographical television film A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story, directed by Agnieszka Holland.

2006: Portrayed Danny Araujo in A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story

In 2006, Avan Jogia received recognition for his role as Danny Araujo in the television film A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story.

2007: Recurring Role in Aliens in America

In 2007, Avan Jogia had a recurring role in The CW television sitcom Aliens in America as the character Sam and appeared in the Canadian horror television movie Devil's Diary.

August 2008: Cast in Caprica

In August 2008, Avan Jogia was cast as Ben Stark in the television series Caprica, with production of the pilot episode completed by the end of the year.

2008: Role in Gym Teacher: The Movie

In 2008, Avan Jogia appeared in the Nickelodeon film Gym Teacher: The Movie as Champ Sinclair, opposite Christopher Meloni.

2009: Appeared in Spectacular!

In 2009, Avan Jogia appeared in the film Spectacular!, marking another credit in his acting career.

2009: Filmed Finding Hope Now

In 2009, Avan Jogia filmed the gang-crime film Finding Hope Now, portraying the lead character, Santos Delgado.

2009: Joined Cast of Victorious

In late 2009, Avan Jogia joined the cast of the Nickelodeon series Victorious, starring alongside Victoria Justice and Ariana Grande.

March 2010: Main Role in Victorious

In March 2010, Avan Jogia began his main role in the Nickelodeon series Victorious, playing Beck Oliver, a role that lasted until 2013.

2010: Roles in Triple Dog and Finding Hope Now

In 2010, Avan Jogia appeared in the drama film Triple Dog and the gang-crime film Finding Hope Now as the lead character, Santos Delgado.

2010: Continued Role in Caprica

In 2010, Avan Jogia continued his role in the series Caprica, further establishing his presence in the television industry.

2010: Breakthrough Role in Victorious

In 2010, Avan Jogia had his breakthrough role as Beck Oliver in the Nickelodeon sitcom Victorious, which ran until 2013.

2011: Co-founded Straight But Not Narrow

In 2011, Avan Jogia co-founded the LGBT online organization Straight But Not Narrow, aiming to shape viewpoints on matters pertaining to the LGBT community.

2011: Directorial Debut with Alex

In 2011, Avan Jogia made his directorial debut with the short film Alex.

2011: Novel Adaptation of Ten Thousand Saints

In 2011, Avan Jogia was cast in the film adaptation of the novel Ten Thousand Saints, which was released in 2015.

August 2012: Pilot for Twisted Greenlit

In August 2012, the pilot for the ABC Family series Twisted was greenlit, with Avan Jogia cast as the lead role.

October 2012: Cast in Twisted

In October 2012, Avan Jogia was cast in the lead role of Danny Desai in the ABC Family mystery-thriller series Twisted.

2012: Jogia Begins Dating Zoey Deutch

Avan Jogia and Zoey Deutch began dating in 2012, after first being spotted together at the Kid's Choice Awards.

2012: Appeared in Rags

In 2012, Avan Jogia appeared in the Nickelodeon television movie Rags, portraying Finn Covington.

February 2013: Twisted Ordered as Series

In February 2013, ABC Family ordered Twisted as a series, featuring Avan Jogia in the lead role of Danny Desai.

April 3, 2013: Production of Twisted Commenced

On April 3, 2013, production commenced for the ABC Family series Twisted, in which Avan Jogia played the lead role of Danny Desai.

June 11, 2013: Premiere of Twisted

On June 11, 2013, the ABC Family mystery-thriller series Twisted premiered, featuring Avan Jogia as the lead character Danny Desai.

2013: Conclusion of Victorious

In 2013, Avan Jogia concluded his role as Beck Oliver in the Nickelodeon series Victorious after its fourth and final season.

2013: Rose to Mainstream Prominence

In 2013, Avan Jogia rose to mainstream prominence with his role as Danny Desai in the drama series Twisted.

August 11, 2014: Filming of I Am Michael Commenced

On August 11, 2014, principal photography for the film I Am Michael commenced in New York City, featuring Avan Jogia in a supporting role.

August 2014: Twisted Not Renewed

In August 2014, ABC Family opted not to renew Twisted for a second season, ending Avan Jogia's role as Danny Desai.

August 2014: Cast in I Am Michael

In August 2014, Avan Jogia landed a role in the film I Am Michael, based on Benoit Denizet-Lewis' article My Ex-Gay Friend.

2014: Cast in Tut

In 2014, Avan Jogia was cast in the lead role of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in the Spike TV miniseries Tut, reuniting with Twisted actress Kylie Bunbury.

July 19, 2015: Premiere of Tut

On July 19, 2015, the Spike TV miniseries Tut premiered, featuring Avan Jogia in the lead role of Pharaoh Tutankhamun.

July 21, 2015: Conclusion of Tut

On July 21, 2015, the Spike TV miniseries Tut, featuring Avan Jogia in the lead role of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, concluded.

2015: Multiple Film Appearances

In 2015, Avan Jogia appeared in multiple films, including Ten Thousand Saints, I Am Michael, and the short film Here Now.

2015: Role in Tut

In 2015, Avan Jogia portrayed Tutankhamun in the miniseries Tut, furthering his acting career.

2015: Worked with Ben Kingsley in Tut

In 2015, Avan Jogia worked with British actor Sir Ben Kingsley in the miniseries Tut, where he portrayed Tutankhamun.

April 21, 2016: Release of "Last Teenagers of the Apocalypse"

On April 21, 2016, Avan Jogia's four-part web series "Last Teenagers of the Apocalypse," which he produced and directed, was released.

October 2016: Production Begins on "Paper Year"

Avan Jogia began filming "Paper Year" alongside Eve Hewson in October 2016.

2016: Worked with Ben Kingsley in Of Dogs and Men

In 2016, Avan Jogia worked with Sir Ben Kingsley again in the short film Of Dogs and Men.

January 2017: Release of I Am Michael

In January 2017, the film I Am Michael, featuring Avan Jogia, was released through video on demand and had a limited release.

2017: Jogia Starts Dating Cleopatra Coleman

Avan Jogia began dating Cleopatra Coleman in 2017.

2017: Starred in Ghost Wars

In 2017, Avan Jogia starred as Roman Mercer in the paranormal action series Ghost Wars, which continued until 2018.

2017: Avan Jogia Stars in Multiple Films and TV Series

Throughout 2017, Avan Jogia appeared in several productions including "The Drowning," "The Outcasts," "The Year of Spectacular Men," "A Midsummer Night's Dream," and the Syfy series "Ghost Wars."

June 2018: Avan Jogia Cast in "Now Apocalypse"

Avan Jogia was chosen to lead the Starz series "Now Apocalypse" in June 2018.

2018: Continued Role in Ghost Wars

In 2018, Avan Jogia continued his role in the series Ghost Wars.

2018: Cancellation of "Ghost Wars"

In early 2018, Syfy's "Ghost Wars," in which Jogia starred, was canceled.

March 2019: Premiere and Cancellation of "Now Apocalypse"

March 2019 marked the premiere of "Now Apocalypse," starring Jogia, though it was later cancelled after one season.

September 2019: Publication of "Mixed Feelings"

In September 2019, Jogia released his book, "Mixed Feelings," exploring his experiences growing up with a mixed-race identity.

December 2019: Premiere of "The Artist's Wife"

"The Artist's Wife," featuring Jogia, premiered at the Hamptons International Film Festival in December 2019.

2019: Published Mixed Feelings

In 2019, Avan Jogia published his first book, Mixed Feelings, a series of short stories and poems about multiracial identity, with all illustrations hand-painted by him.