David Boreanaz

David Boreanaz: From Buffy to Bones

A Look at the Life and Career of the American Actor

Early Life and Career

David Paul Boreanaz was born on May 16, 1969, in Buffalo, New York. He is the son of Patti, a travel agent, and Dave Roberts, a weather forecaster. Boreanaz grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and attended Malvern Preparatory School and Ithaca College. He began his acting career in the early 1990s, appearing in small roles in television shows such as Married... with Children and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Breakthrough Role on Buffy

Boreanaz's breakthrough role came in 1997 when he was cast as Angel, a vampire with a soul, on the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The show was a critical and commercial success, and Boreanaz's portrayal of Angel earned him a devoted following. He remained with the show for five seasons, until 2003.

Spin-Off Series and Beyond

In 1999, Boreanaz starred in the spin-off series Angel, which followed his character after he left Buffy. The show was also a success, running for five seasons until 2004. Since then, Boreanaz has starred in several other television shows, including Bones, The Closer, and SEAL Team. He has also directed and produced several episodes of these shows.