Quick Info
| Profession | Actor and author |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 11/12/2001 |
| Age | 24 years |
| Birthplace | Surrey, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Latest News about Bradley Riches
Riches confirmed he has finished filming his current storyline on Emmerdale, where he plays Lewis Barton, with his return expected next year. He is taking a break from the soap to star in a Christmas pantomime, Peter Pan, at the Sunderland theatre.
In a Suicide Awareness Month post, Riches revealed that he attempted to end his life in 2020. He encouraged anyone struggling to reach out to someone and stay connected to support.
Riches said his car and coffee truck were stolen and his home in Leeds was burgled while he was attending the London premiere of Heartstopper Forever on 14 July 2026. Police were investigating the theft, and the film was released on Netflix on 17 July 2026.
Riches married his partner Scott Johnson on 8 April 2026 at an intimate ceremony at Lillibrooke Manor in Maidenhead. Several Celebrity Big Brother and Heartstopper colleagues attended the wedding, which came days after the death of his grandmother.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Bradley Stephen Riches is an English actor and writer known for playing James McEwan in the Netflix series Heartstopper and Lewis Barton in Emmerdale. He is autistic, is openly gay, and advocates for neurodiversity and LGBTQ+ representation. He married his partner Scott Johnson in April 2026. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5′ 11″ (1.80 m) |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Emil Dale Academy | BA |
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Personal Life
| Neurodivergence | Autistic |
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| Sexual Orientation | Gay |
| Advocacy | Neurodiversity and LGBTQ+ representation |
Relationships & More
| Partner | Scott Johnston-Riches |
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| Spouse | Scott Johnston-Riches (m. 08/04/2026) |
Career
| Television |
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| Awards & Nominations | Nominated for Celebrity of the Year, National Diversity Awards 2026 |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Has used the nickname Mr Bradstein | |
| 2. Has spoken publicly about being autistic, and confirmed this himself | |
| 3. Appeared in a pantomime in Aylesbury in 2024 | |
| 4. Began his career in musical theatre before joining Heartstopper in 2022 | |
| 5. Launched Bradley's Bar & Cafe, a coffee food truck, in May 2026 |
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