Taye Diggs

Taye Diggs

54 · Born: Jan 2, 1971

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornJan 2, 1971 Newark, New Jersey, USA
Parents
  • Andre Young
  • Marcia Berry
Relatives
  • Sibling (Sibling)
  • Gabriel Diggs (Sibling)
  • Christian Diggs (Sibling)
  • Shalom Isreal Diggs (Sibling)

Biography

Taye Diggs' life story began in Newark, New Jersey, where he first took his first breath, before being raised in the picturesque city of Rochester, New York. Born to Marcia Berry, a dedicated teacher and actress, and Andre Young, a talented visual artist, Taye's early life was marked by creativity and a strong sense of family. His childhood was a unique blend of artistic influences, as his mother later married Jeffries Diggs, whose surname Taye would eventually adopt. This family dynamic would shape his identity and spark his passion for the performing arts.

As a young individual, Taye pursued his academic interests at Syracuse University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in musical theater. This foundation in the arts would serve as the launching pad for his showbusiness career, which began with a notable role in the five-time Tony Award-winning production of "Carousel." This debut performance set the stage for a successful career in the entertainment industry, marked by a variety of roles and projects that showcased his talents.

Taye Diggs' personal life is also filled with a strong sense of family. As the oldest of five siblings, he has a deep appreciation for the importance of family bonds. His two brothers are accomplished musicians, one sister is a skilled dancer, and the other is pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine. This diverse and talented family has undoubtedly played a significant role in shaping Taye's values and artistic pursuits.

Career

Both Eyes Open
Both Eyes Open as Dr. Eric Murphy
His, Hers & Ours
His, Hers & Ours as Darius Stone
2024
Forever
Forever as Johnnie Taylor
Disney Junior's Ariel
Disney Junior's Ariel as King Triton (voice)
2023
The Comeback
The Comeback as Jeff Murray
2022
2021
2018
River Runs Red
River Runs Red as Charles Coleman, Sr.
Set It Up
Set It Up as Richard "Rick" Otis
All American
All American as Billy Baker
2017
2016
Opening Night
Opening Night as Malcolm
2014
Murder in the First
Murder in the First as Terry English
2013
The Best Man Holiday
The Best Man Holiday as Harper Stewart
Baggage Claim
Baggage Claim as Langston Hughes
2012
Between Us
Between Us as Carlo
2010
Black Panther
Black Panther as Historical Panther #2
Our Family Wedding
Our Family Wedding as Whipped Friend
2009
Private Practice
Private Practice as Sam Bennett
2008
Days of Wrath
Days of Wrath as Steve Lerato
2006
30 Days
30 Days as Jamal Boy
Day Break
Day Break as Detective Brett Hopper
2005
Cake
Cake as Hemingway Jones
Rent
Rent as Benjamin Coffin III
Slow Burn
Slow Burn as Jeffrey Sykes
2004
Drum
Drum as Henry Nxumalo
Kevin Hill
Kevin Hill as Kevin Hill
Basic
Basic as Pike
Abby Singer
Abby Singer as Taye Diggs (uncredited)
2002
Equilibrium
Equilibrium as Brandt
Brown Sugar
Brown Sugar as Andre Romulus 'Dre' Ellis
Chicago
Chicago as Bandleader
New Best Friend
New Best Friend as Artie Bonner
2000
Ally McBeal
Ally McBeal as Jackson Duper
1999
The Best Man
The Best Man as Harper Stewart
The Wood
The Wood as Roland
Go
Go as Marcus
1998
How Stella Got Her Groove Back
How Stella Got Her Groove Back as Winston Shakespeare