Jason Davis (actor, born 1984)
American actor (1984–2020) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Jason Davis (October 14, 1984 – February 16, 2020)[1][2] was an American actor, best known for his role as the speaking voice of Mikey Blumberg from the animated television series Recess.[3]
Jason Davis | |
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Davis in 2016 | |
| Born | October 14, 1984 Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. |
| Died | February 16, 2020 (aged 35) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Westwood Memorial Park |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1993–2020 |
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Early life and career
Davis was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on October 14, 1984.[1] He was the son of Turkish American immigrant and wine grower Nebil Zarif[4][5][6][7] and Jewish American Nancy Davis, daughter of industrialist and billionaire Marvin Davis, and the grandson of Barbara Davis.[8] He has two brothers: Brandon Davis and Alexander Davis[9] and two half-sisters, Isabella and Mariella Rickel from his mother's second marriage to Ken Rickel.[10]
Davis had a starring role on Recess, as Mikey Blumberg, from 1997 to 2001.[11] Davis also appeared in 7th Heaven as Dwight Jefferson.[12] He also appeared on Millionaire Matchmaker and Jessabelle.[citation needed]
Davis was a cast member on the fourth season of VH1's Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, which documented his treatment for substance abuse.[13]
At the time of his death, Davis was set to appear in the upcoming television series, The Two Jasons.[2]
Legal troubles
Davis was arrested on January 28, 2011, in Newport Beach, California, for possession of a controlled substance.[14]
Death
Davis died in Los Angeles, California, on February 16, 2020, at the age of 35.[2][3][8][15] His cause of death was revealed as the effects of fentanyl; it was ruled an accident.[16]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993–1995 | Roseanne | Obnoxious Vampire Kid | 3 episodes |
| 1994 | Dave's World | Marco | Episode: "Just Kidding" |
| 1995 | The Crude Oasis | Crude Oasis Bar Patron | |
| 1997 | Beverly Hills Ninja | Young Haru | |
| 7th Heaven | Dwight Jefferson | 3 episodes | |
| The Locusts | Wrangler | ||
| 1997–2001 | Recess | Mikey Blumberg, Tubby (voices) | Starring/Recurring role[3] |
| 1998 | Breakfast with Einstein | Chipper | Television film |
| Mafia! | Geno | ||
| Rush Hour | Kid at Theatre | ||
| 2001 | Recess: School's Out | Mikey Blumberg (voice) | |
| Recess Christmas: Miracle on Third Street | Direct-to-video | ||
| 2003 | Recess: All Growed Down | Mikey Blumberg, Tubby (voices) | Direct-to-video |
| Recess: Taking the Fifth Grade | Direct-to-video | ||
| 2005 | Surface | Sean | 1 episode |
| 2006 | Lilo & Stitch: The Series | Mikey Blumberg | 1 episode |
| 2008 | Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal | Tim | Television film |
| 2013 | Fallen Angel | Agent | Short film |
| 2014 | He Don't Got Game | Himself | 1 episode |
| 2014 | The Bathroom Diaries | Enzo | Episode: "C: Caution" (final role before death) |
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External links
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