Burn Notice (TV) Cast
The cast of Burn Notice. Updated on August 31, 2025.
714 actors
Jeffrey Donovan
as Michael Westen (111 episodes)

Jeffrey Donovan portrays the lead character of Michael Westen, a highly skilled former spy who becomes a private investigator after getting blacklisted by the government. Michael possesses exceptional investigative and combat skills, using his extensive knowledge of spy craft to help people in need while piecing together the identity of the person responsible for his burn notice.

Gabrielle Anwar
as Fiona Glenanne (111 episodes)

Gabrielle Anwar plays the role of Fiona Glenanne, a former IRA operative and Michael's on-again, off-again girlfriend. Fiona is a skilled weapons expert and an expert in explosives and is always ready to help Michael with her resourcefulness and general badassery.

Bruce Campbell
as Sam Axe (111 episodes)

Bruce Campbell portrays Sam Axe, a retired Navy SEAL and a close friend of Michael. Sam is known for his laid-back personality and is always ready to lend a hand. He provides support to Michael with his extensive network of contacts, intelligence, and military tactics.

Sharon Gless
as Madeline Westen (111 episodes)

Sharon Gless plays the role of Madeline Westen, Michael's mother. Madeline is a strong-willed and fiercely protective mother who often finds herself caught up in her son's dangerous world. Despite her initial disapproval of Michael's activities, she eventually becomes an integral part of his investigative team.

Coby Bell
as Jesse Porter (51 episodes)

Coby Bell portrays Jesse Porter, a former counterintelligence agent who crosses paths with Michael. Jesse is initially suspicious of Michael's motives but eventually becomes a valuable ally in his quest for answers. He brings his skills as a surveillance expert and computer hacker to the team.

Thor Wahlestedt
as Tommy (18 episodes)

Thor Wahlestedt plays the role of Tommy, a young boy who becomes an important part of Michael's life. Tommy is a neighbor and ally who helps Michael with his investigations, adding a touch of innocence to the sometimes dangerous world the characters navigate.

Chris Vance
as Mason Gilroy (4 episodes)

Chris Vance portrays Mason Gilroy, a former spy who becomes an adversary to Michael. Gilroy is a charming and manipulative operative with a penchant for causing trouble. His character adds suspense and complexity to the show as he becomes entangled in Michael's mission.

Michael Shanks
as Victor (5 episodes)

Michael Shanks guest stars as Victor, a fellow burned spy who becomes a fierce rival to Michael. Victor is highly skilled and resourceful, making him a formidable opponent. His character brings an extra layer of tension and conflict to the show.

Robin Givens
as Kandi (1 episode)
Dina Meyer
as Samantha (1 episode)
Michael Weston
as Spencer Watkowski (1 episode)
Jon Seda
as Cole (1 episode)
Brian Van Holt
as Harlan (1 episode)
Navi Rawat
as Kendra (3 episodes)
Richard Schiff
as Phillip Cowan (2 episodes)
Kevin Alejandro
as Raul (1 episode)
Esai Morales
as Ernie Paseo (1 episode)
Moon Bloodgood
as Detective Paxson (4 episodes)
Todd Stashwick
as Carmelo Dante (2 episodes)
Josie Davis
as April Luna (1 episode)
P.J. Byrne
as Stacey Conolly (1 episode)
John Mahoney
as Management (2 episodes)
Josh Randall
as Greg (1 episode)
Cindy Pickett
as Diane (1 episode)
Seth Peterson
as Nate Westen (17 episodes)
Joel Gretsch
as Scott Chandler (1 episode)
Michael B. Jordan
as Corey Jensen (1 episode)
Gideon Emery
as Sean Glenanne (1 episode)
Daniel Franzese
as Dougie (1 episode)
Ray Wise
as Mr. Pyne (1 episode)
Dedee Pfeiffer
as (1 episode)
Patrick Fischler
as Jimmy (1 episode)
John Allen Nelson
as Lesher (1 episode)
Anthony Starke
as Doug Baker (1 episode)
Chris Ellis
as Virgil Watkins (2 episodes)
David Barry Gray
as Kenny (1 episode)
Michael Irvin
as Coach Shawn Martin (1 episode)
John Doman
as Bill Cowley (2 episodes)
Nicholas Lea
as Quinn Luna (1 episode)
Holt McCallany
as Santora (1 episode)
Rhys Coiro
as Vince Cutler (1 episode)
Eric Roberts
as Reed Perkins (1 episode)
Debi Mazar
as Amy (1 episode)
Nicholas Turturro
as Tommy (1 episode)
M.C. Gainey
as Jacob Orr (1 episode)
Katherine LaNasa
as Shannon Park (1 episode)
Idalis DeLeon
as Concha Ramirez (1 episode)
Paul Blackthorne
as Thomas O'Neill (1 episode)
Danny Trejo
as Felipe Vega (1 episode)
Jeff Kober
as Falcone (1 episode)
China Chow
as Lucy Chen (2 episodes)
Eric Lange
as (1 episode)
James C. Burns
as Ryder Stahl (1 episode)
Jeff Chase
as Wayne Ray (1 episode)
Keith Diamond
as John Beck (1 episode)
Patrick Fabian
as Zeke (1 episode)
Erick Avari
as Nefzi (1 episode)
Natalie Dreyfuss
as (1 episode)
Raymond Lloyd
as Nydam (1 episode)
Andrew Divoff
as Ivan (1 episode)
Mark Pellegrino
as Quentin King (1 episode)
Method Man
as Valentine (1 episode)
Erik King
as Bolo (1 episode)
Nicholle Tom
as Melissa Fontenau (1 episode)
Lucy Lawless
as Evelyn (1 episode)
Jay Karnes
as Tyler Brennen (5 episodes)
Marla Sokoloff
as Melanie (1 episode)
Castulo Guerra
as Refino Cortez (1 episode)
Maurice Compte
as Trevor (1 episode)
Assaf Cohen
as Waseem (1 episode)
Joel Spence
as Isogene Manager (1 episode)
Jacob Vargas
as Omar Hernandez (1 episode)
Max Martini
as Gerard (1 episode)
Jay Harrington
as Erik Luna (1 episode)
Michael Robinson
as Cop #2 (1 episode)
Larry Clarke
as Henry (1 episode)
Stacy Haiduk
as Rachel (1 episode)
Rebecca Lowman
as Patricia (1 episode)
Chance Kelly
as Vincent (1 episode)
Burt Reynolds
as Paul Anderson (1 episode)
William Haze
as (1 episode)
Mario Ernesto Sánchez
as Campos (1 episode)
Benito Martinez
as David (1 episode)
Rob Benedict
as Eddie Ash (1 episode)
Erik Palladino
as Matheson (1 episode)
Dean Cain
as Ryan Pewterbaugh (1 episode)
Tricia Helfer
as Carla Baxter (7 episodes)
Silas Weir Mitchell
as Seymour (2 episodes)
Oded Fehr
as Timo (1 episode)
David S. Lomax
as Mason Goon #2 (1 episode)
Larry Miller
as Harvey Gunderson (1 episode)
Susie Abromeit
as (1 episode)
Luis Antonio Ramos
as Rincon (1 episode)
Dan Martin
as Dan Siebels (1 episode)
Ben Watkins
as Ricky Watkins (1 episode)
Ben Shenkman
as Tom Strickler (4 episodes)
Spencer Garrett
as Lynch (1 episode)
Brett Cullen
as Lawrence Henderson (1 episode)
Otto Sanchez
as Diego Garza (4 episodes)
Chris Payne Gilbert
as Thomas McKee (1 episode)
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