Dan Levy is the star of Mr Porter’s The Journal, photographed by Chantal Anderson and styled by Helen Broadfoot. The 41-year-old Canadian, best known for shaping the cultural zeitgeist through his work on “Schitt’s Creek,” is more than just a multiple time Emmy-winner.
Levy is an instinctive creative force, a personality who vaults over the usual Hollywood tropes to forge his own path. “I can’t be overly concerned with what people think,” Levy says. “My priority is to protect creativity.”
Dan Levy for Mr Porter
Levy’s recent appearances in Loewe campaigns highlight a shared appreciation for the brand’s balance of classic and contemporary design. “Jonathan [Anderson] is one of the most curious people I know and is endlessly in search of beauty in all forms,” Levy shares.
It’s a neat summation of the designer’s forward-thinking spirit, which complements Levy’s own aesthetic evolution. Levy discusses the many fashion mistakes of his early MTV days, recognizing them as crucial steps in developing his style now.
Away from the camera and fashion, Levy’s creative ambitions widen. His production banner, Not A Real Production Company, is a nod to narratives untold and identities unexplored. This is where he’s scripting his next chapter: a documentary on Lilith Fair that pays homage to a generation of women who shaped the cultural conversation.
“You have to make things yourself if you’re not seeing the stories you want,” Levy asserts, channeling the restless energy that defined pioneers from the era of Warhol’s Factory to the improvisational spirit of Spike Lee’s early films.
Rooted in a genuine approach to fame, Levy keeps his personal compass pointed toward what’s real. He’s just established a home in London—trading the Hollywood echo chamber for a creative hub where he can absorb broader cultural frequencies.
Dan Levy stands as a timely icon: a man unafraid to experiment, to fail, to dress for himself, to tell fresh stories, and to love without compromise.
