EastEnders' Zack star James Farrar's life off screen from real age to stunning wife
25.10.2023 - 18:35
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Since first arriving on our screens back in March 2021, EastEnders star James Farrar has captured the heart of the nation with his portrayal of Zack Hudson in the iconic BBC soap. The 36 year old actor has delighted audiences at home with Zack’s antics over the years, which have included a selection of very rocky romances with everyone from Nancy Carter to Sam Mitchell, Janine Butcher and most recently Whitney Dean.
However, in real life, actor James’ life couldn’t be more different, with the star having enjoyed an enduring romance with his wife Ali Roff Farrar for well over fifteen years, something which even saw the couple welcome an adorable baby girl into the world back in 2021. Here, we take a closer look at James’ impressive life away from Walford.
Early Life A Londoner born and bred, James Castling Farrar first started his life on 19 June 1987, when he was born in Greenwich. Having developed a love of performing at an early age, James went on to professionally hone his talents by studying for a drama and media studies degree at the University of Portsmouth, before later moving on the the Central School of Speech and Drama.
In addition to his acting credentials, James is also a qualified personal trainer and vegan chef! Career before EastEnders Before the soap, James carved out a successful acting career working on huge TV shows like Call The Midwife in 2017, Doctors in 2016 and, Silent Witness in 2015. He’s also got an incredible modelling career under his belt too.
On Instagram he’s shared some of his latest campaigns for Jimmy Choo and Dolce and Gabbana, working alongside the likes of Nicole Kidman and Kate Moss. He recently revealed the devastating reason why he took a step back from his modelling career and
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