Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 04/09/1993 |
| Age | 32 years |
| Birthplace | Custom House, East London |
Latest News about David Jonsson
15/05/2025
Jonsson produced and starred in the dystopian survival film Wasteman, which premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. The film, co-written by Jonsson, explores themes of addiction and prison life, drawing from his own research and personal connections to the subject matter.
01/01/2025
David Jonsson won the 2025 BAFTA Rising Star Award, a prestigious honor recognizing emerging talent in the British film industry. The award was presented for his standout performance in the sci-fi horror film Alien: Romulus, which premiered in 2024 and garnered significant critical acclaim.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | David Jonsson-Fray |
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| Marital Status | Unmarried |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 9" (175 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, London |
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| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Arts in Acting |
| Other Education | American Academy of Dramatic Arts, New York (2 years) |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | (IT Engineer at Heathrow Airport) |
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| Mother | (Former Metropolitan Police) |
| Siblings | 1 Brother, 2 Sisters |
| Ethnicity | Nigerian, Sierra Leonean, Creole Caribbean, Swedish |
Career
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Social Media
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. David comes from a diverse background with family roots in Africa (Nigeria and Sierra Leone), the Caribbean, and Sweden. | |
| 2. At just 18, he joined the National Youth Theatre and went on to earn a scholarship for further studies at RADA. | |
| 3. He was recognized on the Evening Standard's Londoners to watch list in 2022. | |
| 4. In 2022, he was honored as one of British GQ’s Men of the Year. | |
| 5. Tatler magazine acknowledged him as the 2023 Bright Young Thing. | |
| 6. Screen International named him the Star of Tomorrow in 2023. | |
| 7. He met Steven Spielberg in Los Angeles after Rye Lane premiered at Sundance Film Festival in 2023, and Spielberg spent an hour giving him advice. | |
| 8. Before Rye Lane, he turned down every film role he was offered. | |
| 9. He is also a producer, having produced the film Wasteman (2025). | |
| 10. As a child, he was more interested in sports than acting until a drama teacher introduced him to Sarah Kane's play Blasted, which changed his perspective. |