Devon Sawa Wife: Who Is He Married To? (2026)

Devon Sawa, the Canadian actor who rose to fame as the title character's human form in Casper (1995), has been married to producer Dawni Sahanovitch since 2013.

Who Is Dawni Sahanovitch?

Dawni Sahanovitch is a producer. She married Sawa on May 20, 2013, and the couple has been together ever since. Unlike her actor husband, Sahanovitch stays largely out of the spotlight, though Sawa regularly posts family photos on Instagram. In interviews, Sawa has described taking time away from acting early in their relationship, saying that after they met he traveled with his wife through Southeast Asia while stepping back from Hollywood.

Marriage Timeline

Sawa married Sahanovitch in 2013. The wedding was a private affair, and the couple has kept most details of their relationship out of the press. Sawa has spoken about how meeting his wife coincided with a period in which he questioned whether he wanted to continue acting, before eventually returning to the industry for independent film and television roles in the 2010s.

The marriage has lasted through Sawa's 2020s career resurgence, including his multi-role run on the Syfy/USA horror series Chucky (2021-2024) and a guest appearance on HBO's Hacks in 2022.

Children

Sawa and Sahanovitch have two children: a son born in 2014 and a daughter born in 2016. Sawa frequently shares photos of the two children on social media. In one 2019 holiday Instagram post, he wrote about the challenges and joys of parenting: "My two kids are work... It's a job. A job I love, but a job. But these moments make it all worth it."

In a 2022 interview, Sawa said his daughter showed signs of comedic talent, joking that she "has the actor buzz in her," though he has advised parents against pushing children into the film business.

Career Highlights

Devon Edward Sawa was born September 7, 1978, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He began his career promoting children's action toys before making his film debut in Little Giants (1994). His breakout came with Casper (1995), followed by starring roles in Wild America (1997), SLC Punk! (1998), Idle Hands (1999), and Final Destination (2000).

He played the title character in Eminem's "Stan" music video and was cast as Owen Elliot/Sam Matthews on The CW's Nikita (2010-2013). After years of independent and direct-to-video films, Sawa experienced a resurgence in the 2020s with Chucky and a starring role in the horror film Heart Eyes (2025). For more on his wife's production work, see our related celebrity family profiles.

FAQ

Who is Devon Sawa's wife?

Devon Sawa is married to Dawni Sahanovitch, a producer. They wed on May 20, 2013.

When did Devon Sawa get married?

He married Dawni Sahanovitch in 2013. Some reports give the exact date as May 20, 2013.

How many children does Devon Sawa have?

Two: a son born in 2014 and a daughter born in 2016.

What is Devon Sawa known for?

His best-known roles include Casper (1995), Final Destination (2000), Eminem's "Stan" music video, Nikita, and Chucky.