Matthew Sauvé (born September 21, 1978) is a Canadian actor and producer known for his work in film and television. He is best known for his lead role in the short film "One Night Stand" (2019), which earned him over 60 Best Actor awards at film festivals worldwide.
Early life.
Matthew Sauvé was born on September 21, 1978, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Before pursuing acting, he worked in law enforcement for 12 years. He transitioned into acting in 2012, initially taking roles in commercials and minor television productions.
Career.
Sauvé gained international recognition for his lead role in the short film "One Night Stand" (2019), which won over 60 Best Actor awards. In 2021, he won Best Supporting Actor at the Europe International Film Festival for "A Stand for Damaged Fame".
He has appeared in various television productions, including "Carter", "Fear Thy Neighbor", and "Web of Lies". He also starred in the music video for Simple Plan's "Singing in the Rain", which received significant airplay in the United States.
He also co-created and stars in the television series "Disrepair", which premiered on Bell Media’s TV1 on January 29, 2025. The series draws inspiration from his personal experiences with addiction and recovery.
Sauvé is set to star alongside Ne-Yo and CeCe Peniston in the romantic comedy "The Pact".
Personal life.
Prior to entering acting Sauvé struggled with sobriety and found acting after getting sober.
Outside of acting, Sauvé mentors young actors and frequently conducts acting workshops for children in Toronto.