James Loye

James Loye (born 23 May 1979) is a British actor known for his work in theatre, television, film, and video games. He gained recognition for originating the role of Frodo Baggins in the Toronto and London productions of Lord of the Rings the Musical. Loye trained at The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and has an extensive theater background, including notable performances in Cymbeline and Twelfth Night at Regents Park Open Air Theatre. He has also appeared in productions at The Bristol Old Vic, Chichester Festival Theatre, Birmingham Rep, Salisbury Playhouse, and The Sheffield Crucible. Loye has since relocated to Montreal, Canada, where he continues to pursue his acting career, with credits in theater, television shows such as The Art Of More and Being Human, as well as films like X-Men.