David Ajala Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Parents, Height, Star Trek, Career

David Ajala is a prominent British actor known for his dynamic performances in television and film. He is recognized for portraying Cleveland “Book” Booker in Star Trek: Discovery (2020–2024), Manchester Black in Supergirl (2018–2019), Captain Roy Eris in Nightflyers (2018), and Detective Theo Walker in Law & Order (2025–present).

His roles blend sci-fi, action, and drama, with early work in British productions and notable film appearances in Fast & Furious 6 and Jupiter Ascending.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: David Ajala
• Stage Name: David Ajala
• Born: May 21, 1986
• Age: 39 years old
• Birthplace: Hackney, London, England
• Nationality: British
• Ethnicity: Yoruba Nigerian
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 183 cm
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. Ajala and Mrs. Ajala
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Terri Martin
• Children: Two
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million USD

Early Life and Education

David Ajala was born on May 21, 1986, in Hackney, London, England. He was brought up by his parents, Mr. Ajala and Mrs. Ajala, in a Nigerian Yoruba household in London. His family has Nigerian roots, with parents immigrating to the United Kingdom. He grew up with siblings including brother Yemi Ajala and others, in a large family environment.

A maths teacher at secondary school encouraged him to pursue acting after noting his energy and mischief, convincing him it would make him popular with girls. He trained at the Anna Scher Theatre School and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Acting from the Court Theatre Training Company, awarded by Buckinghamshire New University.

His ethnicity is Yoruba Nigerian, and his religion is Christianity.

Career

David Ajala began his career in theater with the Royal Shakespeare Company, appearing in productions like Hamlet and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He made his screen debut in Kidulthood (2006) and won a Royal Television Society Award for Best Acting Performance in 2009. He appeared in films such as Fast & Furious 6 (2013) as Ivory and Jupiter Ascending (2015).

He gained prominence in television with roles in Falling Water, Nightflyers (2018), and Supergirl (2018–2019) as Manchester Black. He joined Star Trek: Discovery in season 3 (2020) as Cleveland “Book” Booker, becoming a key character through seasons 3–5. In 2025, he joined Law & Order as Detective Theo Walker in season 25.

Other credits include Doctor Who, One Night in Miami (as Jim Brown), and various stage and TV roles. His work spans British and American productions, with acclaim for intense, layered characters in sci-fi and drama.

Social Media

David Ajala does not have social media accounts.

Personal Life

David Ajala is 39 years old and his height is 183 cm. He is married to presenter and travel agent Terri Martin. They have two sons, including Elijah. No past relationships are publicly known. He maintains a private family life, balancing his career with family priorities.

Net Worth

David Ajala‘s net worth is estimated at $3 million USD. His income primarily comes from acting roles in television series such as Star Trek: Discovery, Supergirl, Nightflyers, and Law & Order; feature films including Fast & Furious 6, Jupiter Ascending, and One Night in Miami; residuals and royalties from streaming platforms and long-running shows; theater performances; and guest or recurring appearances in high-profile projects.