If you’re a fan of the British TV series Happy Valley, you’ve probably heard of James Norton. He is an English theatrical and film actor who portrays Tommy Lee Royce, an ex-convict in the production.

James’ reputation has grown even more since Happy Valley, thanks to ventures like Grantchester, McMafia, and Little Women. In addition, the 35-year-old is being touted as the future James Bond.

What is James Norton’s net worth?

James Norton’s professional acting career has earned him a sizable sum of money. James’ career began in 2009 with the film “An Education,” and he has since progressed to become one of the most well-known television actors in his decade-long career. His net worth is reported to be between $4.5 million and $5.5 million.

The Early Years of James Norton’s Life

Geoffrey James Ian Norton, known professionally as James Norton, was born on July 18, 1985, in London, England, to a family of educators. Lavinia J Norton, his mother, was a secondary school teacher, and Hugh B Norton, his father, was a lecturer at Hull School of Art and Design. Jessica Norton, his younger sister, is a doctor.

Hugh Norton, Norton’s father, enjoys acting as well, and now that he is retired, he frequently appears as an extra in his son’s productions. His public appearances are growing increasingly popular, and he is establishing himself as a celebrity in his own right.

James Norton with his father, Hugh.(Photo Source: James Norton Instagram)

Norton is one-sixteenth Ashkenazi Jewish and has English, Irish, Scottish, Cornish, and English ancestry. He is distantly connected to David Cameron, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, on his maternal side. He is also the great-grandson of Archdeacon of Sudbury Hugh Ross Norton and Vice-Admiral Horace Geoffrey Norman, an Allied Warship Commander.

James was born in London, but his family relocated to North Yorkshire when he was very small, so he grew up there. He went to Bramcote Prep School at first, but then transferred to Ampleforth College, a Roman Catholic (Benedictine) boarding independent school. He went on to Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, to study theology after high school and graduated with First Class Honours in 2007.

What is the The Height, Weight of James Norton?

In his 30s, James Norton is an attractive man with a well-kept body physique. He measures 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters) tall and weighs roughly 85 kilograms (187 lbs). His skin is fair, and he has brown hair and green eyes. With a chest measurement of 41 inches, a waist measurement of 32 inches, and biceps measurement of 15 inches, he has an athletic body physique.

The Career of James Norton

James Norton began acting at a young age and took part in school plays and community theater as he grew older. However, before going into show business, he wanted to get a college degree in a subject he was passionate about, so instead of going into show business directly after high school, he began his professional acting career in 2007 after completing his college education.

Norton joined the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art after graduating from Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge (RADA). He did not graduate from RADA, however, because he departed barely six months before graduation due to an acting assignment.

James Norton with his co-actor in ‘HappyValley.(Photo Source: Pinterest)

In 2009, the London native made his big screen debut in the teen film An Education. After that, he appeared in minor roles in a number of films and television shows before winning the role of Tommy Lee Royce in the television series Happy Valley. The show was a huge hit right away, and he became an overnight sensation.

The actor’s popularity grew in the following years as a result of outstanding performances in films such as McMafia, Grantchester, and Little Women.

Is James Norton destined to become the next James Bond?

James Norton has been mentioned as a possible replacement for Daniel Craig in the next James Bond film. In fact, many people are betting big on Norton, believing he possesses all of the necessary qualities to be the next James Bond.

When asked about the rumors that he could be the next James Bond, the 35-year-old actor said that the claims are strange yet flattering.

The next James Bond will not be revealed until the most recent Bond film is released. COVID-19 lockdowns forced the film’s release to be postponed from its original 2020 release date. The movie is set to hit theaters in September 2021.

Is James Norton still dating Imogen Poots?

The relationship between actor James Norton and actress Imogen Poots is still going strong. The couple originally met in 2017 while performing in a West End production of Belleville at the Donmar Warehouse.

Norton was dating actress Jessie Buckley at the time the film was being made. He and Buckley reportedly broke up before he began dating Poots.

James Norton with his co-actor in ‘HappyValley.(Source: Pinterest)

When Norton and Poots walked the red carpet together at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival, they made their romance public. Since then, the couple has maintained a low-key relationship. On their social media profiles, the couple rarely posts photos of one other.

Imogen Poots and James Norton in theater (Photo Source: Mirror)

Norton and his fiancée, on the other hand, are having a steady romance away from the spotlight. The couple has been living together in Norton’s London home since April 2020. Poots used to split her time between London and New York, so the couple was in a long-distance relationship before that.

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