Spotlight on the 'Call Me Your Boy' Cast and Characters

The “Call Me Your Boy” cast leads a romance built around heartbreak, second chances, and an unexpected age-gap relationship. Starring Chéna Verony and Nate W. Smith, the DramaWave series follows two people who slowly help each other rebuild their lives.

A collapsing marriage, an unexpected connection, and a second chance at love drive the emotional core of “Call Me Your Boy.” The DramaWave series pairs an ER surgeon with a rebellious young rock singer, brought to life by a cast made up of rising vertical drama actors and performers with backgrounds in film, modeling, and digital storytelling.

Released on DramaWave on April 28, 2026, “Call Me Your Boy” follows Victoria Sinclair, a guarded surgeon whose carefully controlled life falls apart after her marriage ends unexpectedly. While trying to rebuild, she crosses paths with Ian Anderson, a charismatic 20-year-old singer from a wealthy family whose carefree attitude slowly challenges the emotional walls she has built around herself.

Here’s a closer look at the "Call Me Your Boy" cast and characters.

The poster for "Call Me Your Boy" | Source: instagram/thepallier

Chéna Verony as Victoria Sinclair

Chéna Verony stars as Victoria Sinclair, the accomplished ER surgeon struggling to move forward after her marriage collapses. Victoria initially sees Ian as someone who needs saving, but their connection gradually forces her to confront her own fears about love, vulnerability, and starting over.

Outside of “Call Me Your Boy,” Verony has appeared in projects including “Every Sunday, Run to You,” “I Found Another Him, After He Dies,” “40 Before 40,” and the independent drama “Transgressions.” Her IMDb biography describes her as an award-winning actress known for emotionally driven performances across drama and dark comedy.

Chona Verony behind the scenes of "Call Me Your Boy" | Source: instagram/thepallier

Verony has also built a large online audience through short-form storytelling content, with both her website and Backstage profile noting that she has amassed millions of followers across social media platforms. In a behind-the-scenes video shared while driving to set, the actress became emotional while talking about the series after watching early episodes.

“You guys, I literally cried at least four times before the paywall,” she said. “It was such a heartwarming story, such a beautiful project.”

Her background includes training at The Second City, Acting Studio Chicago, and The Green Room, along with experience in improv, voice work, and kickboxing.

Nate W. Smith as Ian Anderson

Nate W. Smith plays Ian Anderson, the rebellious singer and heir to the influential Anderson family. Although Ian initially appears carefree and impulsive, he becomes an emotional anchor for Victoria as the two develop a complicated romance.

“Call Me Your Boy” marked one of Smith’s biggest vertical drama roles to date. His previous credits include “Swapped Bodies with My Secret Crush,” “Too Late, My Ex-Campus King,” and “How I Made the Alpha Mine.”

Following the release of the series, Smith shared a lengthy appreciation post on Instagram reflecting on the experience of filming the project. He revealed that the role challenged him not only as an actor, but also musically.

“I have never considered myself a singer, so being given the opportunity to record two versions of an original song for this project… was quite the challenge,” he wrote.

Nate W. Smith behind the scenes of "Call Me Your Boy" | Source: instagram/natewsmith

Smith also praised director Pallier, writer Zayowu, and co-star Verony, saying the production pushed him creatively and allowed him to collaborate openly throughout filming.

Smith has quickly built a presence in vertical dramas throughout 2025 and 2026, with several romance-focused projects already attached to his growing résumé.

Jeff Violette as Ronan Sinclair

Jeff Violette portrays Ronan Sinclair, Victoria’s ex-husband whose emotional distance and frustration over her demanding career ultimately lead to the collapse of their marriage. His decisions continue to affect Victoria long after their relationship ends.

Violette has become a familiar face in the vertical drama space through appearances in series including “Shoot at My Heart,” “Destined for My Billionaire Soulmate,” “The Billionaire’s Matchmaker,” and “Billionaire Alpha Won’t Let Me Go.”

Before entering acting, Violette originally worked in construction management and had little interest in entertainment. According to his personal website, his career path shifted unexpectedly in 2020 after posting a selfie online during the pandemic. That single post led to professional modeling opportunities in New York, eventually opening the door to acting work in Los Angeles.

“One opportunity led to another and now here I am breaking into the acting space,” he wrote on his website, reflecting on the transition.

His Backstage résumé also highlights extensive modeling and commercial work alongside his rapidly expanding vertical drama career.

Janine Czajka and Jeff Violette behind the scenes of "Call Me Your Boy" | Source: instagram/thepallier

Janine Czajka as Briar Dane

Janine Czajka plays Briar Dane, Ronan Sinclair’s secretary and mistress in “Call Me Your Boy.”

Outside the DramaWave series, Czajka has appeared in vertical dramas including “Daddy, Love Me One Last Time,” “Billionaire Daddy, You Have Sextuplets!,” and “Divorced, Then Find My Mr. Right.”

Czajka works between Los Angeles and Dallas and is fluent in both English and Spanish. Alongside acting, she has built experience in commercials, modeling, and branded content campaigns for companies including Lexus, Smoothie King, Carl’s Jr., and Mountain Dew.

Lonny Presman as Aaron Miller

Lonny Presman appears as Aaron Miller, Ian’s bandmate and close friend. Aaron serves as one of Ian’s most consistent supporters while navigating the pressures surrounding Ian’s growing relationship with Victoria.

Presman previous vertical drama credits include “Summer Comes First,” “Pregnant as the Boss’s Secret Wife,” and “You Are Still the One.” In addition to acting, his profile also lists directing, producing, and writing credits.

Ashley Davidson as Lucy

Ashley Davidson plays Lucy, Victoria’s friend and coworker who remains part of her support system as her personal life spirals into uncertainty.

Davidson’s recent vertical drama credits include “Every Sunday, Run to You,” “Blind Me Like Velvet,” and “My Eternal Love.” Her Backstage profile notes that she has appeared in numerous online shorts and skits that collectively reached more than 100 million views.

Outside of acting, Davidson has also worked in commercials and branded campaigns for companies including Nike, Coca-Cola, Aston Martin, and Chili’s. She additionally appeared alongside Lil Nas X on “The Maury Show.”

In an Instagram post shared in January 2026, Davidson joked about how frequently she portrays medical workers on screen.

“I’ve filmed more nurse roles than there are seasons of Grey’s Anatomy,” she wrote alongside behind-the-scenes clips from various productions.

Supporting Cast

The supporting cast also includes Rodney Montague as Vance Pederson, Avis Wrentmore as Catherine Charles, Marc Sylwestrzak as Thomas Anderson, Richardson Cisneros-Jones as Frank Delaney, Tom Wade as the hospital director, Caleb Lowell as Connor Bennett, and Matt Vann as Nick Harper.

With its emotionally charged age-gap romance and mix of heartbreak, healing, and music industry drama, “Call Me Your Boy” continues to build attention among vertical drama viewers following its April 2026 release on DramaWave.