David James Gere grew up in the small town of Cromwell, CT. His mother and sister were tragically killed in a mysterious drowning accident when he was very young. His father, James, an educator, later married Veronica Gere, who raised him. An outstanding student, Gere graduated from Providence College in Rhode Island (1997), receiving a BA in Political Science and a Minor in Film Studies. Early on, David began modeling and working on both sides of the camera in films and commercials. Despite a European print campaign for GUESS Jeans (1997), David was more inspired by acting and filmmaking. He soon began a run of short films, documentaries, and music videos (MTV2) that were critically well-received. He developed a relationship with the emerging Rhode Island directors, Michael Corrente and Peter Farrelly, and got his first acting break in Outside Providence (1999), a film which Peter and his brother Bobby Farrelly produced and Corrente directed. In 2006, David appeared in Rocky Balboa, which he cites as a significant turning point, having been directed by his childhood hero, Sylvester Stallone. In 2007, David appeared on the CW Networks hit show Gossip Girl as Frank Meltzer. David is also an experienced stuntman, having performed stunts in The Dark Knight (2008) as one of Banes Mercenaries. After working closely with professional wrestling legend Tommy Dreamer on the horror movie set of Army Of The Damned (2013), David began a career in the squared circle. Under Dreamers guidance, Gere began performing as the villainous heel manager, DG Haven. The character has a cult level following, and is established in major promotions throughout North America. David is currently continuing his acting career, and is a producing partner for several major production companies including Verdi Productions and Woodhaven Media. Gere launched his new production company, Shadow Vale Productions in 2018. David Gere resides in Connecticut, where he owns several nightlife venues. David is also an accomplished abstract painter, his pieces have appeared in various films, and his work has been commissioned by celebrity peers. David is very devoted to charitable causes for children, ranging from The United Way, to local organizations, including his own youth mentor program. He often credits his focus for helping young people, along with his drive and desire to create, to the difficult loss he experienced as a boy.
Television Director
Film 2023
Mr. Crause
Film 2022
Zany Basketball Dad
Film 2021
Cop
Film 2022
Sgt. Collins
Film
Stagehand
Film 2023
Doc
Film 2013
Stephen Mason
Film 2023
Don
Film 2015
Coltrane
Film 2023
Trace
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Ted
Film 2015
Detective Burke
Film
Husband
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Mike The Cop
Film 2017
Detective Damian
Film 2017
Tyler Lavey
Film 2017
Declan
Film 2017
Agent Colton
Film 2013
Customer with Christmas Tree
Film 2019
Anchor Trent Dorffman
Film 2010
Dale the Jogger
Film 2016
Victim in Subway (uncredited)
Film 2012
Mika's Agent (voice)
Film 2016
Scott Pryor (uncredited)
Film 2016
DG Haven
Film 2017
Mr. James
Film 2015
Stevie
Film 2017
Student in Closet (uncredited)
Film 1999
Ricky
Film 2015
Survivor (uncredited)
Film 2005
Survivor Dad
Film 2013
James Vara
Film
Det. Morrison
Film
Pizza Guy
Film 2016
Arresting officer (uncredited)
Film 2008
Patron at Adrian's (uncredited)
Film 2006
Ross Bronson
Film
Mr. Greene
Film 2021
FBI Agent surveillance
Film 2018
Juror
Film
Dutch
Film 2015
Gay Man #3
Film 2015
Police Detective
Film
Trent Dorfman
Film 2017
Priest
Film 2014
Mr. Greene
Film 2022
The Driver
Film 2021
Quinn Baker
Film 2022
Bartender (uncredited)
Tv 2006