James Alexandrou
- January 5, 2024
- Tv Actor
Quick Facts
| Full Name | James Alexandrou |
| Occupation | TV Actor |
| Date Of Birth | Apr 12, 1985(1985-04-12) |
| Age | 39 |
| Birthplace | Islington |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Birth City | England |
| Horoscope | Aries |
James Alexandrou Biography
| Name | James Alexandrou |
| Birthday | Apr 12 |
| Birth Year | 1985 |
| Place Of Birth | Islington |
| Home Town | England |
| Birth Country | United Kingdom |
| Birth Sign | Aries |
| Siblings | Antoinette Alexandrou |
James Alexandrou is one of the most popular and richest TV Actor who was born on April 12, 1985 in Islington, England, United Kingdom. British actor who is widely known for playing Martin Fowler on the BBC One soap EastEnders. He began his time as a series regular in 1996, and appeared in over 700 episodes before his final turn in 2007.
He and EastEnders cast mate Natalie Cassidy, who played his on-air wife Sonia, left the show simultaneously in 2007.
Alexandrou’s acting career began in 1996, when he auditioned successfully for the role of Martin Fowler in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders. The character was created shortly after the show’s inception in 1985, with the role becoming vacant following the departure of actor Jon Peyton Price in 1996. Alexandrou appeared as Grant in the short film Blessed Burden in 1999.
In July 2003 he participated in a “Soap Stars Special” edition of The Weakest Link. Over Christmas of 2005, Alexandrou starred in the crime caper, Who Stole The Snowman? On 14 April 2006 it was announced that Alexandrou would leave EastEnders in Autumn 2007. He and Natalie Cassidy, who played his on-screen wife Sonia Fowler, left on 2 February 2007 (to tie in with the exits of Wendy Richard and Ray Brooks). When asked about his departure Alexandrou said, “I’ve decided to leave the show to experience other aspects of my industry. Having turned 21, I felt it was a good time to leave. I owe everything to the show and would love to come back one day – that’s if EastEnders would have me.” On 12 October 2014 it was announced that actor James Bye would be taking over playing the role in the character’s return to Albert Square.
He has two sisters, one of whom is a twin, and one brother.
James Alexandrou Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | TV Actor |
| House | Living in own house. |
James Alexandrou is one of the richest TV Actor from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, James Alexandrou 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He attended the Chingford Foundation School. He formally began his acting career upon his casting as Martin Fowler on EastEnders in 1996.
He portrayed Romeo in the Globe Theatre’s 2009 production of Romeo & Juliet. In 2014, he played Iago in the West End production of William Shakespeare’s Othello.
James Alekos Alexandrou (born 12 April 1985) is an English actor. He is known for portraying the role of Martin Fowler in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders from 1996 to 2007. He was also the presenter of Bizarre Crime on BBC Three.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 6 ft 3 in |
James Alexandrou height 6 ft 3 in James weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is James Alexandrou Dating?
According to our records, James Alexandrou is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, James Alexandrou’s is not dating anyone.
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In 2010 Alexandrou filmed his first feature film, Semper Fidel in Cuba. The film was released in 2014. He appeared in the role of The Man in John Goodrum’s play The Black Veil a thriller adapted from a Charles Dickens short story.
Facts & Trivia
James Ranked on the list of most popular TV Actor. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. James Alexandrou celebrates birthday on April 12 of every year.
In 2012 Alexandrou toured theatres throughout the United Kingdom, with the Hull Truck Theatre starring as Phil, in the play DNA.
What is James Alexandrou doing now?
Nowadays, he is also a student at the National Film and Television School and he cites himself as a filmmaker.
Who played the original Martin Fowler?
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Who plays James EastEnders?
James Bye
Spouse| Victoria Bye ( m. 2012)
Children| 3
Who used to play Martin Fowler in EastEnders?
James Bye may have played Martin Fowler on EastEnders since 2014, but the show’s fans know the character goes back way further – and the Strictly Come Dancing star only got the chance after the original actor refused to go back. James Alexandrou was just 11 years old when he landed the job on the iconic BBC soap.
Why did they change Martin Fowler?
Following his departure from the TV soap in 2007, James said: “I’ve decided to leave the show to experience other aspects of my industry. “Having turned 21, I felt it was a good time to leave. I owe everything to the show and would love to come back one day – that’s if EastEnders would have me.”