Jack Arthur Davenport was born on March 1, 1973, in London, England, to actor Nigel Davenport and actress Maria Aitken. Shortly after his birth, his family relocated to Ibiza, Spain, where he lived until the age of seven. Following his parents’ divorce, Davenport was sent to the Dragon School in Oxford, a decision made by his parents to provide stability during that transitional period.
After completing his education at the Dragon School, he attended Cheltenham College. It was during his high school years that he developed a strong interest in acting. This passion led him to pursue formal training at the British American Drama Academy, where he refined his acting skills and began to consider a career in the performing arts.
Initially, Davenport was more inclined toward working behind the scenes rather than acting. However, his instructors and peers recognized his talent during drama classes, which encouraged him to consider a career in front of the camera. His first film role came with the 1997 comedy Fierce Creatures, in which he played a minor role as a zookeeper. Although the part was small, it gave him valuable on-camera experience and boosted his confidence.
Following this debut, Davenport began securing roles in both television and film. Notable credits include The Talented Mr. Ripley, Coupling, and the science fiction series Ultraviolet. However, his most prominent role to date is as Commodore James Norrington in the blockbuster Pirates of the Caribbean film series, appearing in The Curse of the Black Pearl, Dead Man’s Chest, and At World’s End. These roles significantly boosted his international recognition and career profile.
| Birth Date: | 1 Mar, 1973 |
| Age: | 47 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | London Borough of Merton |
| Education: | Dragon School University of East Anglia Cheltenham College |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English actor |
| Spouse: | Michelle Gomez [M. 2000] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 4 million |
