Gavin Houston Biography

Fast Facts

• Was named winner of Mr․ University of Florida in 2000
• Graduated from the University of Florida in theatre
• Quote: "(On working) "Persistence overcomes resistance․ I feel like you have to realize and remember it's a craft․ The business side can muddy up the arts side․""
• Quote: "(On acting) "In my childhood I created story-lines for my toys․ I used to love performing and putting on a show when I was little․""
• Recognized for his roles as Remy Boudreau on "Guiding Light" and Jeffrey Harrington in "The Haves and the Have Nots․"
• Performed in gymnastic exhibitions with gold medalists Mary Lou Retton and Mitch Gaylord
• Received a brown belt in martial arts and has been trained in sword and sai combat