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JAMES LAFFERTY

Nathan Scott in “One Tree Hill”

Most Recent Role: "Nathan Scott" on One Tree Hill

Gender: Male

Birthplace: Hemet, California

Birthday: 7-25-1985

Birth Name: James Martin Lafferty

James Lafferty returns for a fifth season to The CW’s hit drama “One Tree Hill,” as Nathan Scott, a rare character who’s journey has evolved from spoiled basketball prodigy to husband and father.

Born and raised in Hemet, California, Lafferty spent much of his childhood hanging out with friends and his younger brother, Stuart, taking acting classes and playing basketball, his two passions in life.

Lafferty successfully balanced a high school education and starting spot on his varsity basketball team with his burgeoning acting career, landing a starring role opposite Ron Pearlman in the independent feature “Boys on the Run.”

The sitcom “Emeril” gave Lafferty his first series regular role as the son of Emeril’s character. He followed that up with ESPN’s “A Season on the Brink.” Lafferty’s role in the film was a prelude to his “One Tree Hill” role, since he was able to first showcase his basketball prowess in front of the cameras. Starring opposite Brian Dennehy, Lafferty played Steve Alford, the star player of the Indiana Hoosiers basketball team. He has also made guest appearances on “Once and Again,” “Boston Public” and HBO’s “Unscripted.”

Currently living in Wilmington, North Carolina, Lafferty has been working on film and documentary projects set up through his production banner, Swingman Productions, while continuing to film “One Tree Hill.” He has hosted numerous charity basketball events for local organizations and schools in the Wilmington area. In 2007, the fourth Annual James Lafferty One Tree Hill Charity Basketball Game was held. With the help of his cast mates, Lafferty raised money and awareness for local Wilmington organizations.

When he isn’t working, Lafferty spends his time going to movies, hanging out with friends and playing basketball.

credit: TheCW

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