Franklyn Ajaye

Franklyn Ajaye (born May 13, 1949) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. Known as 'The Jazz Comedian,' Ajaye is recognized for his distinctive jazz-inflected style of delivery, timing, and use of silence. He has released five comedy albums since 1973 and has appeared in numerous film and television shows. Notable roles include a primary character in the ensemble comedy 'Car Wash' (1976) and a supporting role in Sam Peckinpah's 'Convoy' (1978). Ajaye was born in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in Los Angeles. He has released albums in Australia as well, including 'Plaid Pants and Psychopaths' (1986) and 'Vagabond Jazz & the Abstract Truth' (2004).