Steven R. McQueen rose to fame with roles on The Vampire Diaries and Chicago Fire, but he has since stepped back from acting.
The actor was born to race car driver Chad McQueen and former actress Stacey Toten. His paternal grandparents are Hollywood legend Steve McQueen and actress Neile Adams, while his stepfather, Luc Robitaille, is a former professional ice hockey player.
Steven made his acting debut at age 17, booking various roles before being cast as Jeremy Gilbert on The Vampire Diaries in 2009. He brought the character to life for six years before his surprise exit in season 6.
Steven joined the cast of NBC’s Chicago Fire in 2015 as Jimmy Borrelli. He was promoted to main cast before his character’s onscreen injury led to him being written off one year later.
While he continued to nab roles in TV shows and films, Steven ultimately took a break from the spotlight. He made a rare appearance at a TVD convention in October 2026, which reunited him with several former costars.
Keep scrolling for a breakdown of Steven’s rise to fame — and a glimpse into his life now:
What Roles Is Steven R. McQueen Best Known For?
Steven had a seven-episode arc on Everwood and appeared on Minutemen, Without a Trace and CSI: Miami before joining TVD as Jeremy Gilbert. He remained on the hit CW series for six seasons before his exit was confirmed.
“What I really enjoy about this goodbye is this time, I’m alive. … I can come back for an episode or two,” he told Entertainment Weekly in 2015. “It was nice because I knew at the beginning of the year that this was what was coming, so I took the time to say goodbye to everybody and really enjoy my last couple moments there.”
Steven, who returned for the TVD series finale, went on to play Jimmy Borrelli in Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. He left the show after two seasons. He was also in Home by Spring, Legacies, Medal of Honor and The Warrant.
The actor’s last onscreen role was in 2020. (Steven only appeared in one film — Piranha 3D — in 2010.)
What About Steven R. McQueen’s Life Off Screen?
Steven was linked to Candice King, Olivia Pickren and Dylan Penn before he announced his engagement to model Alexandra Silva in 2018. They called off their engagement later that year.
What Led to Steven R. McQueen’s Departure From Hollywood?
Steven didn’t officially announce his break from acting, but he did step away in recent years. His father also died in 2024 from organ failure after sustaining an injury four years prior.
When Was Steven R. McQueen’s Last Public Appearance?
Steven was last photographed in 2019 at Thirst Project’s 10th Annual Thirst Gala. He returned to the spotlight through conventions for The Vampire Diaries — with his most recent attendance at Forever Mystic Falls Fan Meet 7 in Paris. He is scheduled for several more appearances in 2027.
Where Is Steven R. McQueen’s Now?
Based on his social media, Steven has preferred to keep his life outside of Hollywood fairly private. He last posted in 2021 to help raise awareness for Pacific Marine Mammal Center, where he has volunteered.
The actor has also been a supporter of the Thirst Project, TECHO and Echoes of Hope.
