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Adam Thomas (born 11 August 1988) is an English actor, known for his roles as Donte Charles in Waterloo Road (2006–2009, 2023–present) and Adam Barton in Emmerdale (2009–2018). He was a contestant on I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! in 2016 and Strictly Come Dancing in 2023.
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Adam Gordon Thomas Thomas was born on 11 August 1988 in Salford, Greater Manchester, England.
Career
[edit]Thomas began his television career in 2002 with a guest appearance on the BBC daytime soap opera Doctors. From 2006 to 2009, Thomas played Donte Charles in the BBC One school-based drama series Waterloo Road from series 1 until series 4. The role of Donte led Thomas to enjoy guest appearances in popular hospital drama Casualty in 2008 in which he played a boxer, as well as a second appearance in Doctors in 2007. He also appeared as himself on ITV gameshow All Star Family Fortunes alongside his older brother and fellow actor Ryan, who played Jason Grimshaw in the soap opera, Coronation Street.
Following his departure from Waterloo Road in 2009,[1] Thomas signed on for his third appearance on daytime soap Doctors, this time playing a character called Ben Hamilton. The episode aired on 26 May 2009.[2] It was announced on 21 May 2009 that Thomas had landed the role of Adam Barton in the long-running ITV soap opera, Emmerdale, and would appear on screens from July 2009.[3] Thomas left Emmerdale in early 2018. In November and December 2016, Thomas was a contestant on the sixteenth series of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! and finished in third place.[4] He became a property executive for the Kamani Property Group in 2018 alongside former Emmerdale co-star Marc Silcock.[5] Adam also made his stage debut in 2018 when he appeared as The Hollywood Producer from 31 October to 4 November when Nativity! The Musical toured to Liverpool.[6] In February 2019, he portrayed the role of Rob in an episode of the BBC drama Moving On. On 19 October 2019, it was announced that Thomas would be co-hosting I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp.[7] In September 2019, Thomas opened a bar/restaurant with his school friend, Scott Graham. The restaurant, named The Spinn, was situated in Gatley, Stockport, but it later closed. Thomas's historic and publicly documented alcoholism led to him resigning as director of the limited company as early as mid-2022.[8]
In late 2021, it was announced that Thomas was returning to the role of Donte Charles in recommissioned return of Waterloo Road for the first time since 2015, and marks his first appearance on Waterloo Road in nearly 14 years. In August 2023, Thomas was announced as one of the contestants on the twenty-first series of Strictly Come Dancing.[9] He exited the competition in week 7, (4 November) with his professional dance partner, Luba Mushtuk. This followed their dance off against Angela Rippon and her professional dance partner Kai Widdrington.
In 2025, he and his older brother Ryan hosted ITV1 game show 99 to Beat.[10]
Other Media
[edit]In 2020 the Thomas brothers started a podcast called Mancs On The Mic, it aired from 25th November 2020 till 14th December 2023.
In 2025 the brothers started another podcast called At Hole With The Thomas Bro (Audio) At Home With The Thomas Bros (Video), it aired from 10th June 2025.
Personal life
[edit]Thomas is the younger brother of Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas, and older brother non identical Love Island star Scott Thomas.
He is of English, Indian and Caribbean ancestry. His paternal grandfather is from Mumbai, India, and emigrated to Manchester, England, in 1947. His paternal great-grandmother was a West Indian who had Caribbean ancestry.[11][12]
In September 2014, Thomas and his long-term girlfriend, Caroline Daly, welcomed their first child, a son named Teddy James Thomas.[13]
Thomas and Daly took part in All Star Mr & Mrs in August 2016.[14]
In August 2020, Thomas admitted that he and his twin have a drinking problem; he vowed to get sober like his brother who celebrated six months of sobriety at the time.[15]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Doctors | Declan | 1 Episode: "Losing Control" | |
| 2004 | Casualty | Jamie Ridderford | 1 Episode: "Love Bites" | |
| 2006–2009 | Waterloo Road | Donte Charles | 47 Episodes | |
| 2007 | Doctors | Rohan Jameson | 1 Episode: "Growing Pains" | |
| 2008 | Casualty | Jake Shepherd | 1 Episode: "To Thine Own Self Be True" | |
| 2008 | Rock On Troglodyte | Man In Distress | 1 Episode: "Trog In Bognor Regis" | |
| 2009 | Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow | Audience Member | 1 Episode | |
| 2009 | Doctors | Ben Hamilton | 1 Episode: "Hamilton Is Out" | |
| 2009–2018 | Emmerdale | Adam Barton | 971 Episodes | |
| 2014 | All Star Family Fortunes | Self | 1 Episode | |
| 2016 | Lorraine | Self | 4th December 2016 | |
| 2016 | This Morning | Self | 1st December 2016 | |
| 2016 | Good Morning Britain | Self | 1 episode | |
| 2016 | I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! | Contestant | series 16 | |
| 2018 | Lorraine | Self | 25th October 2018 | |
| 2018 | Nativity! The Musical | The Hollywood Producer | Stage musical from 31st October 4th November |
|
| 2019 | Moving On | Rob | 1 episode: "By Any Other Name" | |
| 2019 | Pitching In | Jase | Main role | |
| 2019 | I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp | Presenter | ||
| 2020 | Lorraine | Self | 20th May 2020 | |
| 2016 | This Morning | Self | 29th April 2020 | |
| 2020 | Don't Rock The Boat | Contestant | ||
| 2021 | The Chase Celebrity Special | Contestant | ||
| 2022 | Britain's Foulest Smells | Self | ||
| 2022 | Royal Television Society | Presenter | North West | |
| 2023–present | Waterloo Road | Donte Charles | 42 episodes | |
| 2023 | Strictly Come Dancing | Contestant | Series 21 | |
| 2025 | 99 to Beat | Co-Presenter | ||
| 2025 | You Bet! | Panellist | ||
| 2025 | I'm a Celebrity...South Africa | contestant | Series 2 |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | TV Choice Awards | Best Soap Newcomer | Emmerdale | Won | [16] |
| 2011 | Inside Soap Awards | Sexiest Male | Emmerdale | Nominated | [17] |
| 2013 | Inside Soap Awards | Sexiest Male | Emmerdale | Shortlisted | [18] |
| 2023 | Inside Soap Awards | Best Drama Star | Waterloo Road | Nominated | [19] |
References
[edit]- ^ Fitzpatrick, Katie (9 March 2018). "Adam Thomas sparks talk of Waterloo Road revival". men. Archived from the original on 30 October 2020. Retrieved 16 January 2020.
- ^ "'Doctors' casts another soap sibling – Doctors News – Soaps". Digital Spy. 9 March 2009. Archived from the original on 18 June 2009. Retrieved 24 April 2012.
- ^ "News – Emmerdale". ITV. Archived from the original on 24 November 2010. Retrieved 24 April 2012.
- ^ "I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2016 final. Adam Thomas comes in third place, plus will Scarlett Moffatt or Joel Dommett be crowned winner?". The Telegraph. December 2016. Archived from the original on 3 December 2016. Retrieved 4 December 2016.
- ^ "Emmerdale's Adam Thomas makes major career change — you won't believe what he is doing". 9 September 2018. Archived from the original on 25 October 2018. Retrieved 25 October 2018.
- ^ Kirwin, Ellen (7 September 2018). "Adam Thomas to star in Christmas musical at the Empire Theatre". Liverpool Echo. Retrieved 31 July 2023.
- ^ "ITV axe I'm A Celebrity Extra Camp and 'Adam Thomas is blaming himself'". Daily Mirror. Archived from the original on 15 February 2020. Retrieved 18 January 2021.
- ^ "Inside Adam Thomas' star-studded restaurant launch". Manchester Evening News. 4 October 2019. Archived from the original on 31 October 2020. Retrieved 18 January 2021.
- ^ "Strictly contestants 2023: Nikita Kanda and Adam Thomas join line-up". BBC News. 4 August 2023. Retrieved 8 August 2023.
- ^ "Adam and Ryan Thomas announced as hosts of ITV's new game show 99 To Beat". ITV. 5 June 2024.
- ^ "Ryan Thomas: What is his ethnicity? Actor sets out on a trip to India to trace family roots!". 29 April 2020.
- ^ "Dougie James death: Follow-up series to Mancs In Mumbai with Thomas brothers?". 28 November 2020.
- ^ "Emmerdale Star Adam Thomas Shares Pic of Baby Boy". Manchester Evening News. Archived from the original on 27 August 2016. Retrieved 26 August 2016.
- ^ "All Star Mr & Mrs". What's on TV. Archived from the original on 18 September 2016. Retrieved 26 August 2016.
- ^ McManus, Samuel (9 September 2020). "Adam Thomas vows to go sober as he admits he drinks to 'escape stress of life'". OK! Magazine. Archived from the original on 10 September 2020. Retrieved 9 September 2020.
- ^ Duncan, Amy (7 September 2010). "TV Choice Awards 2010: Full list of winners". Metro.
- ^ Love, Ryan (11 July 2011). "In Full: Inside Soap Awards 2011 Nominees". Digital Spy. Retrieved 9 February 2012.
- ^ Kilkelly, Daniel (21 October 2013). "Inside Soap Awards 2013 - winners list in full". Digital Spy. Retrieved 22 October 2013.
- ^ Kilkelly, Daniel (4 July 2023). "Inside Soap Awards 2023 announces full list of nominees". Digital Spy. Retrieved 5 July 2023.
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Adam Thomas is an English actor best known for portraying Donte Charles in the BBC One school drama series Waterloo Road from 2006 to 2009 and again from 2023 onward, as well as Adam Barton in the ITV soap opera Emmerdale from 2009 to 2018.[1][2] Born Adam Gordon Thomas on 11 August 1988 in Salford, Greater Manchester, he grew up in a family with strong ties to the entertainment industry, including his father, soul singer Dougie James, who led The Dougie James Soul Train and passed away in 2020.[1][3][4]
Thomas began his acting career in his late teens, landing the role of Donte Charles in Waterloo Road at age 17, which marked his breakthrough and earned him recognition for depicting the character's growth from a troubled student to a teacher.[1] His performance in Emmerdale as the resilient farmer Adam Barton spanned nearly a decade, during which the show won several awards.[1] In 2024, he won the Inside Soap Award for Best Drama Star for his role in Waterloo Road.[5] Beyond scripted roles, Thomas has appeared on reality television, finishing third on I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! in 2016 and competing on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023 despite health challenges.[1] He has also ventured into presenting, co-hosting I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp in 2019, and maintains an entrepreneurial side through various projects, including opening a bar and restaurant.[6]
In his personal life, Thomas married professional dancer and influencer Caroline Daly in 2017, and the couple has two children: son Teddy, born in 2014, and daughter Elsie-Rae, born in 2018.[1] He is the older brother of actor Ryan Thomas, famous for his role as Jason Grimshaw in Coronation Street, and twin brother Scott Thomas, known from Love Island.[1] Since 2023, Thomas has been open about his diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis, a condition that causes significant joint pain and mobility issues; as of June 2025, he reported achieving a pain-free state for the first time in two years through new medication, though he notes the condition's fluctuations, and continues to advocate for arthritis awareness.[7][8][9]
These credits highlight Thomas's progression from minor guest spots in established dramas like Doctors and Casualty to lead characters in long-running series, with his stage debut marking a brief foray into musical theater.
Life and Background
Early life
Adam Gordon Thomas was born on 11 August 1988 in Salford, Greater Manchester, England.[10] He grew up in the same area during his childhood, alongside his family.[11] His father, Dougie James, was a soul singer who led the band Dougie James and the Soul Train and toured with acts like the Jackson 5; James died in November 2020 at the age of 72.[12] Thomas is part of a close-knit family with two brothers: a non-identical twin brother, Scott Thomas, who gained public recognition as a contestant on the reality show Love Island in 2016, and an older brother, Ryan Thomas, an actor best known for his long-running role on the soap opera Coronation Street.[10] The brothers were raised together in Salford, sharing a formative upbringing in the working-class environment of Greater Manchester.[11] Thomas's ethnic heritage reflects a multicultural background, encompassing English, Indian, and Caribbean descent; his paternal grandfather, Nolan Thomas, emigrated from Mumbai, India, to Manchester in 1947, while his paternal great-grandmother was of West Indian origin.[13][14]Personal life
Thomas married his longtime partner, Caroline Daly, a former professional dancer and owner of a dance school, on August 27, 2017, in Cheshire, after meeting in 2007 when he was 19 years old.[15][16] The couple welcomed their first child, son Teddy James, in September 2014, followed by daughter Elsie-Rose in May 2018.[17][18] In August 2020, Thomas publicly disclosed his past struggles with alcohol, admitting that he had been using it as an escape from stress rather than for enjoyment, though he did not identify as an alcoholic.[19] Inspired by his twin brother Scott's eight months of sobriety at the time, Thomas committed to quitting, starting with a six-month goal that he extended indefinitely, crediting the decision with improving his life and productivity.[20] Thomas's family remains a central source of support in his ongoing sobriety and daily life, with his wife Caroline managing their home and children during his professional commitments, such as his participation in Strictly Come Dancing.[21] He has also drawn encouragement from his siblings, including his older brother Ryan, an actor, and twin brother Scott, a TV personality, highlighting the close-knit family dynamic rooted in their shared background.[19] The family frequently shares glimpses of their life together, including vacations and milestones, emphasizing Thomas's role as a devoted father and husband.[1] Since 2023, Thomas has been open about his diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis, an autoimmune condition causing joint pain, stiffness, and mobility issues. As of early 2025, he reported the pain as debilitating, sometimes leaving him barely able to walk, though he continues to work and advocate for arthritis awareness.[7][8]Professional Career
Acting roles
Thomas made his television debut in 2002, appearing as Declan in an episode of the BBC daytime soap opera Doctors.[22] His breakthrough role came in 2006 when he was cast as Donte Charles, a troubled student, in the BBC One school drama Waterloo Road, a part he played from series 1 to 4 (2006–2009) before returning in 2023 as the school caretaker Donte Charles in the revived series, continuing through subsequent series up to 2025.[22][23] Following this, Thomas joined the ITV soap opera Emmerdale in 2009 as Adam Barton, the son of farmers Moira and John Barton, portraying the character in a long-running storyline involving family conflicts, relationships, and dramatic events until his departure in 2018, appearing in 971 episodes.[6] Throughout his career, Thomas has made several guest appearances on British television. He featured in Casualty twice, first as Jamie Ridderford in the 2004 episode "Love Bites" and later as Jake Shepherd, a boxer, in 2008.[22] He also returned to Doctors in 2007 as Rohan Jameson in the episode "Growing Pains" and in 2009 as Ben Hamilton in "Hamilton Is Out".[14] In 2019, he played Rob in the BBC anthology series Moving On episode "By Any Other Name". That same year, Thomas took on a main role as Jase, a local resident navigating family and community issues, in the BBC One drama Pitching In, appearing in all four episodes of the single series.[24] On stage, Thomas made his professional theatre debut in 2018 as The Hollywood Producer in Nativity! The Musical, performing during the UK tour's Liverpool and Stoke-on-Trent legs from October to December.[25] Among his other early minor roles was a guest spot as Man In Distress in the 2008 comedy series Rock On, Troglodyte episode "Trog In Bognor Regis".[22]Reality television and presenting
Thomas first gained prominence in reality television through his participation in the sixteenth series of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! in 2016, where he entered the jungle on day one and endured various Bushtucker Trials, ultimately finishing in third place behind winners Scarlett Moffatt and Joel Dommett.[26][27] His affable personality and bromance with Dommett during the show endeared him to viewers, boosting his public profile beyond his soap opera roots.[28] In 2019, Thomas transitioned into presenting by co-hosting the spin-off series I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp alongside Joel Dommett and Emily Atack, providing backstage insights and entertainment from the Australian jungle for ITV2 audiences throughout the main show's run.[29][30] This role capitalized on his prior I'm a Celebrity experience, marking his entry into unscripted presenting. Thomas returned to competitive reality formats in 2023 as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, partnered with professional dancer Luba Mushtuk, where he performed dances including a waltz, rumba, and couples' choice routine before being eliminated in week seven following a dance-off against Angela Rippon.[31][22] His participation highlighted his versatility, drawing on physical challenges that echoed his earlier jungle stint. In 2025, Thomas co-hosted the ITV game show 99 to Beat with his brother Ryan Thomas, overseeing 100 contestants in quirky challenges where the rule was simply to avoid finishing last; the series aired one season before being axed by the network.[32][33] The format's lighthearted, high-energy style suited the brothers' dynamic, earning praise for its entertainment value during its run.[34] Parallel to his television work, Thomas ventured into business with the opening of The Spinn, a bar and restaurant in Gatley, Manchester, in September 2019, co-owned with Scott Graham and focused on casual dining.[35] The establishment operated for three years before closing permanently in September 2022 amid financial challenges, leaving debts of nearly £300,000; a 2024 investigation into the liquidation followed, though Thomas avoided personal liability for a £100,000 tax bill as of August 2025 and cited lessons learned from the experience.[36][37][38]Works and Recognition
Filmography
Adam Thomas began his acting career with guest appearances in British television dramas before securing recurring roles in prominent series. His credits span medical dramas, school-based stories, soap operas, and limited stage work, with a focus on television performances. The following table lists his major acting roles chronologically, including series durations, character names, and episode counts where applicable.| Year(s) | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Doctors | Declan | Guest role, 1 episode. [] (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/2NYplmZ7qKSt63QxFRQfxXV/adam-thomas) |
| 2004 | Casualty | Jamie Ridderford | Guest role, 1 episode. [] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1793207/) |
| 2006–2009 | Waterloo Road | Donte Charles | Main role, 65 episodes (series 1–4). [] (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/2NYplmZ7qKSt63QxFRQfxXV/adam-thomas) |
| 2007 | Doctors | Rohan Jameson | Guest role, 1 episode: "Growing Pains". [] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1793207/) |
| 2008 | Casualty | Jake Shepherd | Guest role, 1 episode. [] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1793207/) |
| 2008 | Rock On, Troglodyte | Man in Distress | Guest role, 1 episode: "Trog in Bognor Regis". [] (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/2NYplmZ7qKSt63QxFRQfxXV/adam-thomas) |
| 2009 | Doctors | Ben Hamilton | Guest role, 1 episode: "Hamilton Is Out". [] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1793207/) |
| 2009–2018 | Emmerdale | Adam Barton | Main role, 934 episodes. [] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1793207/) |
| 2018 | Nativity! The Musical | The Hollywood Producer | Stage role, UK tour (Liverpool and Stoke legs, October–November). [] (https://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/Adam-Thomas-Jake-Wood-And-Charlie-Brooks-To-Star-Alongside-Simon-Lipkin-In-NATIVITY-THE-MUSICAL-For-Select-UK-Dates-Only-20180907) |
| 2019 | Moving On | Rob | Guest role, 1 episode. [] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1793207/) |
| 2019 | Pitching In | Jase | Recurring role, 4 episodes. [] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9062846/) |
| 2023–present | Waterloo Road | Donte Charles | Main role, ongoing (series 11+). [] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0487189/) |
Awards and nominations
Thomas received recognition early in his career for his role as Adam Barton in the ITV soap opera Emmerdale. In 2010, he won the TV Choice Award for Best Soap Newcomer.[22] He earned multiple nominations at the Inside Soap Awards for his performance in Emmerdale, including Best Newcomer in 2011 and Sexiest Male in both 2011 and 2013.[39][40] Later, for his portrayal of Donte Charles in Waterloo Road, Thomas was nominated for Best Drama Star at the 2023 Inside Soap Awards and won the award in 2024.[41][42]| Year | Award | Category | Result | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | TV Choice Awards | Best Soap Newcomer | Won | Emmerdale |
| 2011 | Inside Soap Awards | Best Newcomer | Nominated | Emmerdale |
| 2011 | Inside Soap Awards | Sexiest Male | Nominated | Emmerdale |
| 2013 | Inside Soap Awards | Sexiest Male | Nominated | Emmerdale |
| 2023 | Inside Soap Awards | Best Drama Star | Nominated | Waterloo Road |
| 2024 | Inside Soap Awards | Best Drama Star | Won | Waterloo Road |