James Martin Lafferty was born on July 25, 1985, in Hemet, California. He is the son of Angie and Jeff Lafferty, who own a local construction business. James grew up in a close-knit family alongside his younger brother, Stuart Lafferty, who also pursued a career in acting. James was first introduced to acting through school plays, beginning his journey on stage at the age of ten.
He attended Hemet High School for his early education and later enrolled at California State University, Long Beach. However, at the age of 18, he relocated to Wilmington, North Carolina, to film the television series One Tree Hill, which would become his breakout role.
James Lafferty began his professional acting career in 1997. His first credited role was a voice appearance in the television film Annabelle's Wish. He went on to make small appearances in popular television series such as Boston Public and Once and Again. He also played a role in the 2002 TV movie Season on the Brink, which depicted the challenges faced by the Indiana University basketball team.
Lafferty's most notable role came in 2003 when he was cast as Nathan Scott in the teen drama series One Tree Hill. The show focused on the lives and complex relationships of two half-brothers who both aspired to excel in basketball. His portrayal of Nathan made him a fan favorite and significantly boosted his popularity.
One Tree Hill initially attracted about 2.5 million viewers and continued to grow in popularity with each new season. James not only starred in the show but also directed four episodes in its later seasons. His performance earned him features in numerous teen and entertainment magazines such as Elle Girl, Teen People, and Entertainment Weekly.
| Birth Date: | 25 Jul, 1985 |
| Age: | 34 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Television actor Television director |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Hemet |
| residence: | Los Angeles |
| Education: | California State University, Long Beach |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Twitter Id: | Thisislafferty |
| Net Worth 2021: | 5 million |
