Ashley Walters Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Movies & TV Shows

Ashley Walters is a distinguished British actor, rapper, director, and producer, celebrated for his iconic role as Dushane Hill in the Netflix series Top Boy and his early fame as Asher D with the UK garage group So Solid Crew.

His multifaceted career spans music, television, film, and theatre, making him a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Ashley Anthony Walters
• Stage Name: Asher D
• Born: June 30, 1982
• Age: 43 years old
• Birthplace: Peckham, London, England, UK
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: Actor, Rapper, Director, Producer
• Height: 5’8″ (1.73 m)
• Parents: Pamela Case and Mr. Walters
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Danielle Isaie
• Children: Shayon, China, Paniro, Antonia, Ashleigh, Amiaya-Love, River
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $6 million to $7 million USD

Early Life and Education

Ashley Walters, a distinguished actor and rapper, was born on June 30, 1982, in Peckham, London, to Pamela Case, a local government officer, and Mr. Walters. Raised primarily by his mother in a middle-class household. His Jamaican and Guyanese heritage shaped his identity, and his mother instilled a strong work ethic.

He attended St. George’s CE Primary School in Camberwell and later Pimlico School (now Pimlico Academy), where he excelled, earning top grades in all 10 GCSE subjects.

Career

Ashley Walters, a distinguished actor and rapper, began his career at 10, playing Omar in The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles (1992). As a teenager, he joined the UK garage group So Solid Crew under the stage name Asher D, contributing lyrics to their 2001 chart-topping hit “21 Seconds,” which earned a Brit Award. After the group’s split, he released solo albums In Memory of the Street Fighter (2006) and The Appetiser (2008), and singles like “How You Like Me Now” (2012).

His acting career took off with the lead role of Ricky in Bullet Boy (2004), earning him the British Independent Film Award for Most Promising Newcomer. He gained global recognition as Dushane in Top Boy (2011–2023), a BAFTA-nominated series revived by Drake in 2019. Other notable roles include Get Rich or Die Tryin’ (2005), Stormbreaker (2006), Hustle (2007), Doctor Who (2013), Bulletproof (2018–2021, co-created with Noel Clarke), and recent projects like A Thousand Blows, Missing You, and Adolescence (2025), where he also directed episodes.

Ashley’s stage work includes Sing Yer Heart Out for the Lads (2002) at the Royal National Theatre and Oxford Street (2008) at the Royal Court Theatre. He founded production companies AD82 and SLNda, and directs, with his feature debut Animol in production.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @ashleywalters
• Facebook Handle: Ashley Walters
• Twitter Handle: @AshleyWalters82

Personal Life

Ashley Walters, a distinguished actor and rapper, is 43 years old and married to actress Danielle Isaie, whom he wed in 2013 after eight years of friendship and one year of dating. They live in Herne Bay, Kent, with their children, Amiaya-Love (born 2014) and River (born 2016), and Danielle’s son from a previous relationship, whom Ashley is a stepfather to.

He has five other children—Shayon (born 2000), China (born 2001), Paniro (born 2003), Antonia, and Ashleigh—from previous relationships with ex-partner Natalie Williams and another woman.

At 38, he became a grandfather to Neveah Jade Walters, born on December 6, 2020, though he did not disclose which child became a parent. An Arsenal F.C. supporter, Ashley is a Christian and owns a pet dog named Max. He has been open about his struggles with alcoholism, which impacted his family, but sought help after a poignant moment with his daughter, entering rehab for four weeks to rebuild his relationships.

Filmography

• The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles (1992) – Omar
• Grange Hill (1997) – Andy
• Storm Damage (2000) – Stefan
• Bullet Boy (2004) – Ricky
• Get Rich or Die Tryin’ (2005) – Antwan
• Stormbreaker (2006) – Wolf
• Hustle (2007) – Billy Bond
• West 10 LDN (2008) – Lacey
• Top Boy (2011–2023) – Dushane Hill
• Outcasts (2011) – Actor
• Doctor Who (2013) – Gregor Van Baalen
• Truckers (2013) – Steven
• Cuffs (2015) – PC Ryan Draper
• The Aliens (2016) – Actor
• Bulletproof (2018–2021) – Ronnie Pike
• A Thousand Blows (2024) – Actor/Director
• Missing You (2025) – Actor
• Adolescence (2025) – DI Luke Bascombe

Net Worth

Ashley Walters, a distinguished actor and rapper, has an estimated net worth of $6 million to $7 million USD. His wealth is derived from his acting roles in Top Boy, Bulletproof, and films like Bullet Boy and Get Rich or Die Tryin’, as well as his music career with So Solid Crew and solo projects. Additional income comes from directing, producing through AD82 and SLNda, real estate ventures with Danish Properties, and endorsements with brands like PG Tips.