David Ramsey Biography: Net Worth, Age, Wife, Children, Parents, Height, Movies & TV Shows

David Paul Ramsey also known as David Ramsey is a versatile American actor and martial artist known for his commanding screen presence and reliable supporting performances across television and film.

He gained widespread recognition as John Diggle / Spartan in the CW’s Arrowverse, appearing across Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl, and Legends of Tomorrow, while earning acclaim for roles in Dexter, Mother and Child, and numerous guest appearances.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: David Paul Ramsey
• Stage Name: David Ramsey
• Born: November 17, 1971
• Age: 54 years old
• Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, USA
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: African-American
• Occupation: Actor, Director, Martial Artist
• Height: 6′ 2″ (188 cm)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Nathaniel Ramsey and Jeraldine Ramsey
• Siblings: Four
• Spouse: Briana Ramsey
• Children: One
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $4 million USD

Early Life and Education

David Paul Ramsey was born on November 17, 1971, in Detroit, Michigan, USA, to parents Nathaniel Ramsey (a repairman) and Jeraldine Ramsey (a daycare owner). He was raised as the fourth of five children in a close-knit family.

He attended Mumford High School and later graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts at Wayne State University in Detroit. He discovered his passion for acting through church plays and community theater, initially idolizing his older brother’s performances. His ethnicity is African-American, and his religion is Christianity.

Career

David Ramsey began his acting career in the late 1980s with local theater work. He landed his first major television role starring as the lead in the UPN sitcom Good News (1997–1998). He portrayed Muhammad Ali in the 2000 TV movie Ali: An American Hero and appeared in films such as Con Air (1997), Pay It Forward (2000), and Mother and Child (2009).

He earned critical praise for his recurring role as Anton Briggs on Dexter (2008–2009). His career peaked with the iconic role of John Diggle / Spartan on Arrow (2012–2020) and across the Arrowverse. Additional credits include recurring parts on Blue Bloods, Ghost Whisperer, Wildfire, and recent appearances in Bel-Air (2024) and The Hunting Party (2025).

An accomplished martial artist holding a black belt in Jeet Kune Do and trained in boxing, tae kwon do, and kickboxing, he often performs his own stunts. He has also directed episodes of television series.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @davidpaulramsey

Personal Life

David Ramsey, 54 years old and 6′ 2″ tall, is married to Briana Ramsey. The couple has one child. Details about any past relationships remain private, with his marriage to Briana being the primary publicly known relationship.

He maintains a grounded family life and credits strong family ties for keeping him centered amid his Hollywood career. He is also known for his dedication to martial arts training.

Net Worth

David Ramsey‘s net worth is estimated at $4 million USD. His income primarily comes from long-running lead and recurring roles in television series such as Arrow and the broader Arrowverse, guest and supporting parts on shows like Dexter and Blue Bloods, film appearances, directing credits, and brand or cameo work.

Filmography

• Con Air (1997)
• Good News (1997–1998)
• Ali: An American Hero (2000)
• Pay It Forward (2000)
• Dexter (2008–2009)
• Mother and Child (2009)
• Arrow (2012–2020)
• The Flash (recurring)
• Supergirl (guest)
• Blue Bloods (recurring)
• Bel-Air (2024)
• The Hunting Party (2025)