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Steven R. McQueen

Steven R.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Steven R. McQueen is an American actor and model, best known for portraying Jeremy Gilbert on The CW series The Vampire Diaries. He also appeared in television series such as Everwood, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D., and in the film Piranha 3D. He is the grandson of renowned actor Steve McQueen.

Early life and family

McQueen was born in Los Angeles, California, and uses the professional name Steven R. McQueen. He is the son of Chad McQueen and Stacy Toten, and the grandson of film actor Steve McQueen. His birth name is Steven Chadwick McQueen.

Acting career

He began acting in the mid‑2000s and appeared in television projects including Threshold and Everwood. His most prominent role was Jeremy Gilbert on The Vampire Diaries, which led to further television work.

Notable roles

McQueen appeared in the film Piranha 3D and later joined NBC's Chicago franchise as Jimmy Borrelli in Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. He also reprised his role as Jeremy Gilbert in the series Legacies.

Public profile

McQueen has been described in entertainment coverage as part of a multigenerational Hollywood family. His career has been associated mainly with teen and network television roles.

Key facts

  • Steven R. McQueen's birth name is Steven Chadwick McQueen.
  • He was born in Los Angeles, California, on July 13, 1988.
  • He is best known for portraying Jeremy Gilbert in The Vampire Diaries.
  • He appeared as Jimmy Borrelli in Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D.
  • He is the grandson of actor Steve McQueen and the son of Chad McQueen and Stacy Toten.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Steven R. McQueen?
He is an American actor and model best known for playing Jeremy Gilbert on The Vampire Diaries.
What is Steven R. McQueen's birth name?
His birth name is Steven Chadwick McQueen.
When and where was he born?
He was born on July 13, 1988, in Los Angeles, California, United States.
What are his best-known roles?
His best-known roles include Jeremy Gilbert in The Vampire Diaries, Kyle Hunter in Everwood, and Jimmy Borrelli in Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D.
Is Steven R. McQueen related to Steve McQueen?
Yes. He is the grandson of actor Steve McQueen.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_R._McQueen
    Supports: Birth name, occupation, and major roles including The Vampire Diaries and Chicago Fire.
  2. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_R._McQueen
    Supports: Birth name, nationality, profession, birthplace, and family relationship to Steve McQueen.
  3. Wikipedia (Czech) — https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_R._McQueen
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and roles in Everwood, The Vampire Diaries, and Chicago Fire.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1997596/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and acting credits including The Vampire Diaries, Everwood, and Piranha 3-D.
  5. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/person/steven-r-mcqueen/umc.cpc.4wzxv3p4a9iwcehe6lpnjprfm
    Supports: Family background, stage-name explanation, early career, and role in The Vampire Diaries and Piranha 3D.
  6. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/steven-r-mcqueen
    Supports: Professional profile, date and place of birth, and career overview.