Gavin Alexander Houston made his debut on the CBS daytime drama GUIDING LIGHT on April 24, 2002 in the role of Remy Boudreau. This earnest college student is the son of Springfield University dean Clayton Boudreau and psychiatrist Felicia Boudreau, and brother of doctor Melissande.

As a child, Houston had two passions: acting and athletics. Growing up, he appeared on NBC's The Cosby Show and in numerous television and print advertisements. Prior to joining the show, this native of Teaneck, NJ received his Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Florida. While studying, Houston immersed himself in the world of dramatics. He performed in many of his school's theatrical productions such as The Balcony Scene, The Game, and To Be Young, Gifted and Black.

In addition to acting, Houston, an accomplished gymnast, has participated in exhibitions with Olympic Gold medalists including, Mary Lou Retton and Mitch Gaylord. Moreover, his discipline in martial arts has earned him a brown belt.

Houston, who has an older sister, Tonza, was born on April 24.