James Bolam Biography
James Bolam is an English actor who rose to fame after portraying the role of Terry Collier in ‘The Likely Lads’, a 1976 British comedy film. He is famously known for keeping his private life away from the public eye, he once said “I’m having a man fix the track rods in my car. I don’t want to know anything about him. Why should he want to know anything about me?”
The talented actor was born in Sunderland, United Kingdom. He attended Bede Grammar School, Sunderland, and later proceeded to Bemrose School in Derby. James was trained as a chartered accountant, as one of the first professional accounting bodies, initially established in Scotland in 1854. He also joined the Central School of Speech and Drama in London where he trained as an actor.
James Bolam Age
James is 86 years old as of 2021, he was born on 16 June 1935 in Sunderland, the United Kingdom as James Christopher Bolam. He celebrates his birthday on 16th June every year and his birth sign is Gemini.
James Bolam Height
James stands at an average height of 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 m) tall. However, details regarding his actual weight and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
James Bolam Parents
James is the son of Robert Alfred Bolam from Northumberland and Marion Alice Drury from Durham.
James Bolam Wife
James is married to Susan Jameson. There is no information about their wedding and engagement. However the couple is blessed with a daughter and two grandchildren, and they currently live in Winsborough Green, West Sussex, United Kingdom.
James Bolam’s Wife, Susan Jameson
James’s wife, Susan Jameson, is an English actress who is best known for her role as Esther Lane in ‘New Tricks’, a BBC crime drama series. She is famous for being the wife of a veteran English actor James Bolam.
James Bolam’s Wife Age, Susan Jameson Age
Susan is 79 years old as of 2021, she was born on 13th August 1941 in Barnt Green, United Kingdom. James Bolam’s wife celebrates her birthday on 13th August every year.
James Bolam’s Wife Kids, Susan Jameson Children
Susan and James have a daughter together named Lucy and two grandchildren. Susan also has a son from a previous relationship named Nigel Williams whom she gave for adoption right after his birth to concentrate on her acting career.
James Bolam Net Worth
Bolam’s net worth is estimated to be between $5 million and $10 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as an actor. Through his various sources of income, James has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
James Bolam Facts and Body Measurements
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you don’t want to miss about James Bolam.
James Bolam Wiki
- Full Names: James Christopher Bolam
- Gender: Male
- Profession: Actor
- Nationality: British
- Race/ Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation:Â Straight
- Education‎: Bemrose School and Central School of Speech and Drama
James Bolam Age
- Age: 86 years (2021)
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Date of Birth: 16 June 1935
- Place of Birth: Sunderland, United Kingdom
- Birthday: 16 June, every year
James Christopher Bolam Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: To be updated
- Height: Average
- Weight: Moderate
James Christopher Bolam Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Robert Alfred Bolam
- Mother (Mom): Marion Alice Drury
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be updated
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Susan Jameson
- Children: Lucy Bolam (daughter)
James Bolam Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $5 million – $10 million dollars
- Salary: To be updated
- Source of Income: Media
James Christopher Bolam House and Cars
- Place of living: US
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
James Bolam Career
Bolam made his first television appearance in the 1960s when he featured in the movies such as ‘A Kind of Loving’, ‘The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner, and ‘Inheritance’ where he starred alongside. John Thaw is an English actor who has starred in a number of television, stage, and film roles, his most famous being television series such as Inspector Morse, Redcap, and The Sweeney.
James’breakthrough came when he portrayed the role of Terry Collier in ‘The Likely Lads where he featured Rodney Bewes as Bob Ferris. He also constructed scripts for the BBC Radio version after he became famous. Prior to the release of ‘Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads, a British Sitcom which was broadcast between 9 January 1973 and 9 April 1974 on BBC1, James featured in Half a Sixpence (1967), Otley (1969), and O Lucky Man! (1973).
The recovered series, narrating the further adventures Bob and Terry, carried on for two weeks broadcast in 1973 and 1974 and a 45-minute 1974 Christmas Eve special. Bolam starred together with the original cast of BBC Radio series adjusted from the 1973 TV series and in 1976, there were a greater reunion in the spin-off, a feature film from the series,’ The Likely Lads’.
In 1976, Bolam came back to acting and starred in the television series When ‘The Boat Comes in as Jack Ford, a series which ran till 1981. Thereafter, he has appeared mostly in comedies and several comedy dramas including ‘Only When I Laugh’ and The Beiderbecke Affair’.
Bolam still works in the theatre and also on television. He appeared on Bomber’s Moon in the spring of 2015 a play by William Ivory at the Park Theatre, Finsbury Park, London.
James Bolam and Rodney Bewes Feud
James’co-actor Rodney Bewes disclosed in 2005 that the two of them had not spoken for a period of thirty years since the movie ”The Likely Lads’ was made. According to Bowes, the feud developed when he informed a journalist that when Bolam’s wife informed her husband that she was pregnant, Bolam was so surprised that he mounted his car on the pavement and almost collided with a lamp post. Bowes denied the claims of their feud when Bowes died in 2017.
James Bolam Movies
- 1999: The End of the Affair
- 1962: The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner
- 1964: Murder Most Foul
- 1976: The Likely Lads
- 1982: The Plague Dogs
- 2003: To Kill a King
- 1962: A Kind of Loving
- 1997: The Missing Postman
- 1996: Stella Does Tricks
- 1975: In Celebration
- 1997: The Island on Bird Street
- 1971: Crucible of Terror
- 1972: Straight On till Morning
- 2009: The Last Days of Lehman Brothers
- 1995: Clockwork Mice
- 1968: Otley
- 1967: Half a Sixpence
- 2002: Harold Shipman: Doctor Death
- 2000: It Was an Accident
- 1983: Clash of Loyalties
- 1999: Midsomer Murders: Death of a Stranger
- 2000: Dirty Tricks
- 1998: The Stalker’s Apprentice
- 2012: Unconditional
- 1994: Seaview Knights
James Bolam TV shows
- 2003 – 2015: New Tricks
- 1964 – 1966: The Likely Lads
- 1976 – 1981: When the Boat Comes In
- 1973 – 1974: Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads?
- Since 2009: Grandpa in My Pocket
- 1985: The Beiderbecke Affair
- 1979 – 1982: Only When I Laugh
- 2002 – 2005: Born and Bred
- 1988: The Beiderbecke Connection
- 1987: The Beiderbecke Tapes
- 1991 – 1994: Second Thoughts
- Since 2000: Close and True
- 1988: Andy Capp
- 1967: Inheritance
- Since 1986: Room At The Bottom (1986)
- 1985 – 1988: The Beiderbecke Trilogy
- Since 1987: Father Matthew’s Daughter
- 2000: Pay and Display
- 1977 – 1991: The Channel Four Show
Frequently Asked Questions About James Bolam
Who is James Bolam?
Bolam is a veteran actor who is best known for playing the role of Terry Collier in The Likely Lads.
How old is James Bolam?
The English national was born on 16th June 1935 in Sunderland, England.
How tall is James Bolam?
James stands at an average height of 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 m) tall.
Is James Bolam married?
Yes, Bolam is married to Susan Jameson, an actress, and together they have one daughter. The couple also has two grandchildren.
How much is James Bolam worth?
Bolam’s net worth is estimated to be between $5 million and $10 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income.
How much does James Bolam make?
Bolam has not shared any details about the exact amount of money he makes in movies. This information will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Where does Bolam live?
Because of security reasons, Bolam has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Bolam dead or alive?
Bolam is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
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