James Neate is a Canadian/American actor, model, and contractor who was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. He has appeared in various TV shows and movies, such as The Man in the High Castle, The 100, Prison Break, Lucifer, iZombie, The Flash, Van Helsing, Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb, and The Sinners. He is also known for his role as Toby Cavanaugh in the pilot episode of Pretty Little Liars. Besides acting, he has also worked as an international fashion model for brands such as Prada, Guess, Louis Vuitton, and Lacoste. Additionally, he is a skilled carpenter and contractor who has renovated several homes and businesses.
Career and Achievements
James Neate started his career as a fashion model when he was 16 years old. He traveled around the world and worked for some of the top designers and magazines in the industry. He also participated in various fashion shows and campaigns. Some of his notable modeling works include:
- Prada Fall/Winter 2007 campaign
- Guess by Marciano Spring/Summer 2008 campaign
- Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2009 show
- Lacoste Spring/Summer 2010 campaign
James Neate transitioned to acting in 2010 when he landed his first role as Toby Cavanaugh in the pilot episode of Pretty Little Liars. He played the love interest of Spencer Hastings (Troian Bellisario) and the stepbrother of Jenna Marshall (Tammin Sursok). However, he was replaced by Keegan Allen in the subsequent episodes of the series.
James Neate continued to pursue his acting career and appeared in several TV shows and movies over the years. Some of his notable acting works include:
- Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (2014): He played the role of Augustus Statue, one of the historical figures that come to life in the museum.
- The 100 (2015-2016): He played the role of Chris, one of the delinquents who were sent to Earth from a space station. He also played the role of Frantic Man, one of the survivors of Mount Weather.
- The Man in the High Castle (2018): He played the role of Jack, one of the members of a resistance group that fights against the Nazi regime in an alternate history where Germany and Japan won World War II.
- The Sinners (2020): He played the role of Andy Lund, one of the seven girls who form a secret society that revolves around sinning.
James Neate is also a talented carpenter and contractor who has a passion for renovating homes and businesses. He has worked on various projects such as:
- Fwd (2017): He served as a carpenter for this short film that he also co-produced and starred in.
- The Whistler (2018): He served as an executive producer and a contractor for this short film that he also starred in.
- His own home (2020): He renovated his own home in Los Angeles with his wife Chelsea Hobbs.
Personal Life and Relationships
James Neate is married to Chelsea Hobbs, an actress who is best known for her roles in Make It or Break It, Snow Queen, and Confessions of a Go-Go Girl. They tied the knot on December 31, 2019 in a private ceremony. They have a daughter named Wren Elizabeth Neate who was born on February 21, 2020.
James Neate is also close friends with some of his co-stars and colleagues in the entertainment industry. Some of his friends include:
- Margot Robbie: He met her on the set of The Sinners where they played love interests. They have remained friends ever since and often support each other’s projects.
- Michael Cera: He met him on the set of Daughter where they played father and son. They have developed a strong bond and often hang out together.
- Ryan Gosling: He met him on the set of The Cannon where they played rivals. They have become good friends and often collaborate on various projects.
Conclusion
James Neate is a multitalented actor, model, and contractor who has achieved success in various fields. He has appeared in various TV shows and movies, such as The Man in the High Castle, The 100, Prison Break, Lucifer, iZombie, The Flash, Van Helsing, Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb, and The Sinners. He has also worked as an international fashion model for brands such as Prada, Guess, Louis Vuitton, and Lacoste. Additionally, he is a skilled carpenter and contractor who has renovated several homes and businesses. He is married to Chelsea Hobbs and has a daughter named Wren Elizabeth Neate. He is also close friends with some of his co-stars and colleagues, such as Margot Robbie, Michael Cera, and Ryan Gosling. James Neate is a versatile and talented person who has a lot to offer to the world.
