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James Norton

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Key facts

Birth name James Geoffrey Ian Norton[2]
Birth date 18 July 1985[1]
Birth place Lambeth, London[1]
Profession Actor[2]
Known for *Happy Valley*, *Grantchester*[3]

James Norton is an English actor known for roles in *Happy Valley*, *Grantchester*, *War & Peace*, and *McMafia* [2]. He was born on 18 July 1985 in Lambeth, London [1].

Context

James Norton is an English actor born in London [2]. He gained recognition for his roles in *Happy Valley* and *Grantchester* [3]. He studied theology at Cambridge [4] and reportedly left RADA before graduating [4]. He was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2010 [1].

Documented claims

  • James Norton studied theology at Cambridge University. [4]
  • He reportedly left RADA before graduating. [4]
  • He has type 1 diabetes, diagnosed in 2010. [1]

Questions and answers

Is James Norton married or in a relationship?

The sources do not state his current relationship status.

When was James Norton diagnosed with diabetes?

He was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2010 [1].

Does James Norton have a child?

The sources do not mention any children.

Are James Norton and Graham Norton related?

The sources do not indicate any family relationship between them.

Sources

  1. James Norton Biography – Facts, Childhood & Achievements — thefamouspeople.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. 10 Things You Need To Know About James Norton - Woman&Home — womanandhome.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. James Norton - Biography — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. James Norton: 7 Must-Know Facts About Life After Grantchester — pbs.org (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People