Updated Feb 16, 2026
Details
Known For
Actor
Occupations
Model, Film actor, Actor
Birthday
(Thursday)
Nationality
Citizenship
United Kingdom, United States
Languages
English, French
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
猴 Monkey
Popularity
Tier B -- 32,471 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 26
Year context
Born in 1968 -- Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert Kennedy assassinated; Lyndon B. Johnson was US president
Year 1968 →
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Monkey
Filmography (2)
Biography
Jaye Davidson was born Alfred Amey on March 21, 1968 in Riverside, California. He and his family left the United States for the United Kingdom when he was two and a half years old. He grew up in Hertfordshire, England. An Oscar-nominated British former actor and model, he is best known for his roles as transgender "Dil" in the 1992 suspense-drama thriller film The Crying Game, for which he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in a Supporting Role, making him the first Black British actor to be nominated for an Oscar. He also starred in 1994's Stargate as Ra.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jaye Davidson?
Jaye Davidson is 58 years old, born on .
Where was Jaye Davidson born?
Jaye Davidson was born in Riverside, California, USA.
What movies or shows has Jaye Davidson been in?
Jaye Davidson has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include Catwalk (1995), Stargate (1994).
What is Jaye Davidson known for?
Jaye Davidson is primarily known as an actor. Jaye Davidson was born Alfred Amey on March 21, 1968 in Riverside, California. He and his family left the United States for the United Kingdom…
Where can I find more information about Jaye Davidson?
You can find more about Jaye Davidson on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
