Ossie Davis

Acting

Ossie Davis

Ossie Davis is best known for The L Word, The Stand, Bonanza and JAG. Ossie Davis was born on December 18, 1917. Ossie Davis died on February 4, 2005 at the age of 87.

Born
December 18, 1917
Place of birth
Cogdell, Georgia, USA
Died
February 4, 2005 (87 years old)

Biography

Raiford Chatman "Ossie" Davis (December 18, 1917 – February 4, 2005) was an American actor, director, writer, and activist. He may be best known for his roles in Spike Lee-directed films such as School Daze (1988) and Do the Right Thing (1989). Other films Davis acted in include The Hill (1965), A Man Called Adam (1966), Let's Do It Again (1975), Joe Versus the Volcano (1990), Grumpy Old Men (1993), The Client (1994), Dr. Dolittle (1998), Dinosaur (2000), and Bubba Ho-Tep (2002). He was married to Ruby Dee, with whom he frequently performed, from 1948 until his death.

Known for

Filmography

Frequently asked questions

What movies and shows has Ossie Davis been in?

Ossie Davis is best known for The L Word, The Stand, Bonanza and JAG.

When was Ossie Davis born?

Ossie Davis was born on December 18, 1917. (Cogdell, Georgia, USA)

How old is Ossie Davis?

Ossie Davis died on February 4, 2005 at the age of 87.

Updated: October 25, 2026 ·