Jamie Clayton

Jamie Clayton, born on January 15, 1978, is an acclaimed American actress and model, with a career spanning over a decade since 2010. Clayton has made her mark in the industry with a range of performances across television and film. She is most recognized for her compelling performance as Nomi Marks in the Netflix original series 'Sense8'. Additionally, Clayton captivated audiences with her roles as Sasha Booker in the third season of 'Designated Survivor' and Tess Van De Berg in Showtime's 'The L Word: Generation Q'. Recently, she also dived into the world of horror by portraying Pinhead in the 2022 'Hellraiser' film. Born in San Diego, California, Clayton was raised into a family with her father, Howard Clayton, a criminal defense attorney, and her mother, Shelley, an event planner. At 19, she moved to New York City, setting the stage for a successful career as a makeup artist, which later transitioned into acting. Besides acting, Clayton has shown her talent in various facets of the entertainment industry. She served as the makeup artist and co-host on VH1's first makeover show 'TRANSform Me' and played the lead role of Michelle Darnell on the Emmy Award-winning interactive web series 'Dirty Work'. Throughout her career, Clayton has been attracted to roles that promote representation, such as her character in 'Sense8', which was written by filmmakers Lilly and Lana Wachowski. Apart from her acting career, as a trans woman, Jamie was honored by Out magazine as part of their annual 'Out 100' awards in 2011.