Let's make this birthday one to remember.

49 years old (Born on October 31, 1975)

Happy Birthday, James Thornton! From your unforgettable role as John Barton in "Emmerdale" to captivating audiences on stage and screen alike, you've proven that talent truly runs deep. Whether you're charming us with drama or making us laugh unexpectedly, you always deliver performances worth celebrating.

Here's hoping your birthday is filled with more joy than a standing ovation at curtain call—and fewer plot twists than an episode of "Emmerdale." May the coming year bring even greater successes, memorable roles, and plenty of laughter both on set and off. Cheers to another fantastic chapter ahead—keep stealing scenes (and hearts)!