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Deji LaRay

Known For
Acting
Born
January 1, 1986
Active Years
1994–2026 (33 Years)
Total Credits
42 credits in database
Acting Born Jan 1, 1986 42 credits
42
Total Credits
1994–2026
33 Years Career Span
23
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

Subject: Deji LaRay.
Source: TMDB Bio and provided snippet.
Task: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile.
Constraints:
Only verifiable facts from the provided text.
No invented details (titles, roles, dates, etc.).
Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
No preamble or surrounding quotes.
Word count: 90-130 words.
Name: Deji LaRay.
Also Known As: Deji Olasimbo Ademola 'Deji' Olasimbo.
Profession: Actor and producer.
Known For: Acting.
Known Credits: 35.
Gender: Male.
Birthday: January 1, 1986.
Age: 40 years old.
Place of Birth: Not provided (indicated by "-").

Deji LaRay is an actor and producer. He is also known as Deji Olasimbo Ademola 'Deji' Olasimbo. According to The Movie Database, he has 35 known credits and is primarily known for his work in acting. He was born on January 1, 1986, and is 40 years old. His gender is male.
"Deji LaRay is an actor and producer. He is also known as Deji Olasimbo Ademola 'Deji' Olasimbo. According to The Movie Database, he has 35 known credits and is primarily known for his work in acting. He was born on January 1, 1986, and is 40 years old. His gender is male."
Word count check: 48 words. (Too short, need 90-130).
Wait, I must only use facts present. I cannot add fluff to reach the word count if the facts aren't there. However, the prompt requires 90-130 words. I need to expand using the available facts

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Career

Career overview

Subject: Deji LaRay.
Source Material: TMDB Bio ("Deji LaRay is an actor and producer") and TMDB Profile data (Known For: Acting, Known Credits: 35, Gender: Male, Birthday: January 1, 1986, Also Known As: Deji Olasimbo Ademola 'Deji' Olasimbo).
Constraint 1: Write ONLY verifiable facts from the provided text.
Constraint 2: No invented titles, names, dates, awards, etc.
Constraint 3: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Constraint 4: Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Constraint 5: Length 180-260 words.
Constraint 6: 2-3 short paragraphs.
Constraint 7: No preamble or JSON.
Name: Deji LaRay.
Also Known As: Deji Olasimbo Ademola 'Deji' Olasimbo.
Profession: Actor and producer.
Known For: Acting.
Known Credits: 35.
Gender: Male.
Birthday: January 1, 1986.
Drafting Paragraph 1: Deji LaRay is an actor and producer. He is also known by the name Deji Olasimbo Ademola 'Deji' Olasimbo. Born on January 1, 1986, LaRay is a male professional in the entertainment industry.
Drafting Paragraph 2: In his career, LaRay is primarily known for his work in acting. According to his professional credits, he has 35 known credits to his name.
Problem: The source material is extremely sparse. I need to reach 180-260 words using only these facts without inventing anything.
Constraint Check: "Write a 180-260 word career overview... Use ONLY facts present above."
Conflict: The provided text is very short. If I only use the facts provided, I will struggle to hit 180 words without being repetitive or "fluffy" (which violates "neutral, encyclopedic prose"). However, I must follow the word count constraint while adhering to the "only verifiable facts" rule.
Fact List:
1. Deji LaRay is an actor and producer.
2. He is also known as Deji Olasimbo Ademola 'Deji' Olasimbo.
3. He is male.
4. His birthday is January 1, 1986.
5. He is known for acting.
6. He has 35 known credits.
Expanding (carefully and neutrally) to meet word count:
Deji LaRay is an actor and producer. He is also recognized by the name Deji Olasimbo Ademola 'Deji' Olasimbo. LaRay is a male professional whose birthday is recorded as January 1, 1986.

His professional profile indicates that he is known for acting. Within his career history, he has accumulated 35 known credits. These credits reflect his involvement in the industry as an actor and producer.
Word count check: This is only about 75 words. I cannot reach 180 words without inventing information or repeating the same facts many times.
Wait, let me re-read the prompt instructions: "Write a 180-260 word career overview... Use ONLY facts present above."
The Dilemma: The source text is insufficient to meet the word count requirement without violating the "no inventing/no guessing" rule.
Strategy: I will repeat the facts in a structured, encyclopedic way, perhaps by categorizing the information (Personal Information and Professional Information), but I must be careful not to add "

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Frequent co-stars

Career timeline

Wild Rose · Executive ProducerWild Rose · Creator
GRITS · Executive ProducerGRITS · Creator
The Avenger
Escaping ParadiseEscaping Paradise · Writer
Bosch: Legacy
JohnsonJohnson · WriterJohnson · CreatorProtect or Neglect
FBIAge of the Living DeadE.L.EDirty Computer · Editor
Burning SandsThe Last Scout
Greenleaf
BoschKilling Lazarus
AbductedAbducted · Executive Producer
The Dark Party · Co-Executive ProducerThe Dark Party · Production Manager
Love Bites
CastleModern FamilyNCIS: Los Angeles
The Secret Life of the American Teenager
Medical Investigation
I'm with Her
Without a TraceThe ShieldAmerican Dreams
Crossing JordanAccording to Jim
CharmedThe Wedding
ERNew York Undercover

Full Filmography

42 titles
  • Wild Rose (2026) Executive Producer
  • Wild Rose (2026) Creator
  • GRITS (2025) Executive Producer
  • GRITS (2025) Creator
  • The Avenger (2024)
  • Escaping Paradise (2023) as Floyd
  • Escaping Paradise (2023) Writer
  • Bosch: Legacy (2022) as Sgt. Julius Edgewood
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  • Johnson (2021) as Greg Johnson
  • Johnson (2021) Writer
  • Johnson (2021) Creator
  • Protect or Neglect (2021) as Self
  • FBI (2018) as Capitol Police Officer Kane
  • Age of the Living Dead (2018) as Andrew
  • E.L.E (2018) as Jenson
  • Dirty Computer (2018) Editor
  • Burning Sands (2017) as Big Brother Thad
  • The Last Scout (2017) as Mike
  • Greenleaf (2016) as David Nelson
  • Bosch (2015) as Julius Edgewood
  • Killing Lazarus (2015) as Thurgood Jacobs
  • Abducted (2014) as Spin
  • Abducted (2014) Executive Producer
  • The Dark Party (2013) Co-Executive Producer
  • The Dark Party (2013) Production Manager
  • Love Bites (2011) as Beau
  • Castle (2009) as Herman Poquille
  • Modern Family (2009) as Trapped Homebuyer
  • NCIS: Los Angeles (2009) as Alan Bristol
  • The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008) as Cop #2
  • Medical Investigation (2004) as Officer Murphy
  • I'm with Her (2003) as A.D.
  • Without a Trace (2002) as Lester Hanks
  • The Shield (2002) as Denon
  • American Dreams (2002) as Eugene
  • Crossing Jordan (2001) as Secret Sevice Agent
  • According to Jim (2001) as Messenger
  • Charmed (1998) as Firefighter
  • The Wedding (1998) as Young Clark
  • ER (1994) as Tye
  • New York Undercover (1994) as Antonie
  • Catching Up as Kevin

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Deji LaRay best known for?

Deji LaRay is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Wild Rose (2026), Wild Rose (2026), Offbeat (1961), FBI (2018).

When and where was Deji LaRay born?

Deji LaRay was born on January 1, 1986.

How many credits does Deji LaRay have?

Deji LaRay has accumulated over 42 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1994 to 2026.

What is Deji LaRay's background in cinema and television?

Subject: Deji LaRay. Source: TMDB Bio and provided snippet. Task: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Only verifiable facts from the provided text. No invented details (titles, roles, dates, etc.). Neutral, encyclopedic prose. Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet poi...

Deji LaRay by the numbers

42credits
14films
28TV series
1994–2026active years

Age in their best-rated roles

  • The Shield (2002) as Denon — aged about 16
  • Charmed (1998) as Firefighter — aged about 12
  • Castle (2009) as Herman Poquille — aged about 23
  • Bosch: Legacy (2022) as Sgt. Julius Edgewood — aged about 36
  • FBI (2018) as Capitol Police Officer Kane — aged about 32
  • Bosch (2015) as Julius Edgewood — aged about 29

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