Hope Davis Biography: Age, Husband, Net Worth, Children, Movies, Height, Parents, Awards

Hope Davis is an acclaimed American actress known for her nuanced performances in film, television, and theatre. She has received nominations for three Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and a Tony Award.

She made her film debut in Flatliners (1990) and starred in critically acclaimed works like The Daytrippers (1996), About Schmidt (2002), American Splendor (2003), Infamous (2006), Synecdoche, New York (2008), The Special Relationship (2010), and Asteroid City (2023).

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Hope Davis
• Stage Name: Hope Davis
• Born: March 23, 1964
• Age: 62 years old
• Birthplace: Englewood, New Jersey, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: American
• Occupation: Actress
• Height: 1.70 m
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: William Davis and Joan Davis
• Siblings: Two
• Spouse: Jon Patrick Walker
• Children: Georgia Walker and Mae Walker
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million USD

Early Life and Education

Hope Davis was born on March 23, 1964, in Englewood, New Jersey, United States, to parents William Davis, an engineer, and Joan Davis, a librarian (who worked at one time for the elementary section of Elisabeth Morrow School).

She was the second of three children and grew up in Tenafly, New Jersey. Her mother was described as a great storyteller who took her and her siblings to museums or cultural outings every Sunday after church. She studied ballet as a teenager and participated in the Joffrey Ballet’s summer programs.

She graduated from Tenafly High School in 1982 and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in cognitive science from Vassar College in 1986. She was a childhood friend of Mira Sorvino, with whom she wrote and performed backyard plays. Her ethnicity is American. Her religion is unknown.

Career

Hope Davis began her professional career in theatre, making her Broadway debut in Two Shakespearean Actors (1992). She debuted in film with Flatliners (1990) and built her reputation through independent cinema, earning acclaim for The Daytrippers (1996). She received a Golden Globe nomination and New York Film Critics Circle Award for American Splendor (2003) as Joyce Brabner.

Other notable films include About Schmidt (2002), Infamous (2006), Synecdoche, New York (2008), and Asteroid City (2023). On television, she appeared in In Treatment, The Special Relationship (Emmy nomination as Hillary Clinton), Succession, Your Honor, and recent series. She has also performed in stage productions like God of Carnage (Tony nomination).

Social Media

Hope Davis does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Hope Davis, 62 years old and 1.70 m tall, is married to actor Jon Patrick Walker since July 6, 2002. They have two daughters, Georgia Walker (born August 31, 2002) and Mae Walker (born December 30, 2004). She was previously married to Ford Evanson from 1987 to 1996. No other past relationships are publicly detailed. She keeps her family life private, often mentioning summers at a family cottage in Maine with her husband and children.

Net Worth

Hope Davis‘s net worth is estimated at $3 million USD. Her income primarily comes from acting roles in feature films including American Splendor, About Schmidt, Synecdoche, New York, and Asteroid City; television series and miniseries such as Succession, Your Honor, and The Special Relationship; residuals from streaming platforms and broadcasts; theatre productions on Broadway and elsewhere; and award nominations enhancing her profile for recurring and guest roles.

Filmography

• Flatliners (1990)
• The Daytrippers (1996)
• About Schmidt (2002)
• American Splendor (2003)
• Infamous (2006)
• Synecdoche, New York (2008)
• The Special Relationship (2010)
• Asteroid City (2023)
• The Mastermind (2025)
• The Phoenician Scheme (2025)