James Lafferty

Actor from One Tree Hill

James Lafferty - Actor from One Tree Hill
Born

July 25th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actor and athlete, gained recognition through the role of Nathan Scott in the television series One Tree Hill, which aired from 2003 to 2012. The series followed the lives of two half-brothers navigating ambitions and personal relationships in a small town. Apart from acting, has engaged in basketball, leveraging skills in various charitable games and events.

Played Nathan Scott in One Tree Hill

Directed episodes of One Tree Hill

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