Loading…
Franklyn Ajaye, born on May 13, 1949, is a multifaceted American entertainer whose career spans comedy, acting, and writing. Nicknamed "The Jazz Comedian," Ajaye distinguishes himself with a timing and delivery that interweaves jazz's silences and rhythms. He began releasing comedy albums in 1973, and his on-screen presence includes a notable role in the ensemble film Car Wash (1976) and a supporting part in Sam Peckinpah’s Convoy (1978), showcasing his versatility across media.
The roles that explain the career.
16 credits across 1 departments.
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Deadwood: The Movie | Samuel Fields | Film |
| 2011 | Bridesmaids | Lillian's Dad | Film |
| 2010 | I Am Comic | Self | Film |
| 2009 | Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy | Self | Film |
| 1993 | American Yakuza | Sam | Film |
| 1989 | The 'Burbs | Detective #1 | Film |
| 1988 | The Wrong Guys | Franklyn | Film |
| 1987 | Hollywood Shuffle | Body Guard #1 | Film |
| 1985 | Fraternity Vacation | Harry | Film |
| 1983 | Get Crazy | Cool | Film |
| 1982 | Hysterical | Leroy | Film |
| 1980 | Stir Crazy | Young Man in Hospital | Film |
| 1980 | The Jazz Singer | Bubba | Film |
| 1978 | Convoy | Spider Mike | Film |
| 1976 | Car Wash | Theodore Chauncy "T.C." Alcott (The Fly) | Film |
| 1976 | Sweet Revenge | Edmund | Film |
This page is community-maintained. Know something we don't?
← All person · Wikidata Q450846