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Jason Scott Merrells is an English actor, known for his roles in Casualty, Queer as Folk, Cutting It, Waterloo Road and Emmerdale.

Key Information

Early life and education

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Merrells was born in Epping, Essex.[citation needed] His brother Simon Merrells[2] is also an actor. Merrells studied at Chichester University.[3]

Career

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Merrells got his first role in 1994 with an appearance in the film To Die For, in which he played a small part. However, he soon established himself as a successful television actor with his role as receptionist Matt Hawley in the medical drama Casualty. In 1999 he portrayed Phil Delaney in the television series Queer as Folk. He continued to appear in more prominent roles for years to come including in films such as Do Not Disturb (1999). His television appearances also became more frequent, and he had a recurring appearance as Martin Leach in Clocking Off between 2000 and 2001. However it was his portrayal of stylist Gavin Ferraday in the BBC One television drama series Cutting It that brought him wide notice. This followed with appearances in television shows such as The Afternoon Play, Where the Heart Is and Murder City, and a starring role in the 2005 film The Jealous God.

Merrells announced that he had been cast in the role of headteacher Jack Rimmer in the BBC One school-based drama Waterloo Road, making Merrells one of the original stars of the show appearing in the very first episode. In 2009, Merrells appeared throughout series two of Lark Rise to Candleford as James Dowland.

From 2010 to 2014, Merrells achieved popularity through his role as shrewd businessman Declan Macey in the long-running ITV soap opera Emmerdale. In September 2014, it was announced that Merrells had decided to quit his role after four years on the soap. Declan left the following month, going into hiding after killing his half-nephew Robbie Lawson (Jamie Shelton) and attempting to murder his most recent wife, Charity Macey (Emma Atkins), whom he married earlier in the year. In 2015, Merrells appeared as Stuart Howe in the BBC TV series Death in Paradise episode 4.7. From 2016 onwards, Merrells has portrayed Sir Charles Fraith in Agatha Raisin.[4]

In January 2023, Merrells appeared as DC Stead in the third series of BBC drama Happy Valley for three episodes.[5] In 2024, it was announced that he would be reprising his role as Jack Rimmer in the fifteenth series of Waterloo Road.[6]

Theatre

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From August to October 2007, Merrells performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. He played the role of Orsino in William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, or What You Will alongside his brother Simon Merrells who played Antonio. The Merrells brothers then went on to tour in A Comedy of Errors with the Royal Shakespeare Company from October to December 2007.[7] From March to April 2009 he appeared in the Theatre Royal Plymouth and Thelma Hunt production of Measure for Measure as Angelo alongside Alistair McGowan as the Duke.[8] The production transferred to the Almeida Theatre in February 2010. From May to June 2015, he starred as Juror number 8 in Bill Kenwright's touring production of Twelve Angry Men, alongside Andrew Lancel, Gareth David-Lloyd, Denis Lill and Drop the Dead Donkey's Robert Duncan.

From January to July 2023, Merrells starred as Frank Galvin in Middleground Theatre Company’s theatrical adaptation of Barry Reed's 1980 novel The Verdict.[9]

In January 2024, he reprised his role as juror 8 in a stage adaptation of Twelve Angry Men.[10]

Personal life

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Jason lives part-time in London and spends the rest of his time in the North East of England. He has five children from three relationships.[11]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Film Role Notes
1994 To Die For Nigel
1999 Do Not Disturb Mulder
2000 Small Time Obsession Chris
Calling The Wild Matt Television film
2005 The Jealous God Vincent
2015 Elsewhere Traveling Salesman Short film
2016 Bumps Richard Short film
2019 Trick or Treat Bizzie

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1994–1997 Casualty Matt Hawley Series regular; 70 episodes
1997 Thief Takers Steve Lunt Episode: "Road Rage"
The Bill Richard McAuliffe Episode: "Out"
1998 Verdict Ben Clayton Episode: "The Doctor's Opinion"
1999 Queer as Folk Phil Delaney Recurring role; 3 episodes
2000–2001 Clocking Off Martin Leach Series regular; 12 episodes
2000–2002 Fat Friends Carl Whittaker (later Watkinson) Recurring role; 3 episodes
2002 A Touch of Frost Mike Patterson Episode: "Mistaken Identity"
The Inspector Lynley Mysteries Steve Shepherd Episode: "Missing Joseph"
The Project Dougie Miniseries; 2 episodes
2002–2005 Cutting It Gavin Ferraday Series regular; 25 episodes
2003 Sweet Medicine Dr. Nick Sweet Series regular; 10 episodes
2005 The Afternoon Play John Priestley Episode: "The Hitch"
Where the Heart Is Ryan Saunders Episode: "In a Perfect World"
2006 Murder City Mark Drummond Episode: "Wives and Lovers"
2006–2007, 2008, 2025–present Waterloo Road Jack Rimmer Main role
2009 Lark Rise to Candleford James Dowland Series regular; 11 episodes
2010 Agatha Christie's Marple Dr. Kerrigan Episode: "The Pale Horse"
2010–2014 Emmerdale Declan Macey Series regular; 622 episodes
2015 Death in Paradise Stuart Howe Episode: "She Was Murdered Twice"
Safe House David Blackwell Recurring role; 4 episodes
2016–2022 Agatha Raisin Sir Charles Fraith Recurring role; 15 episodes
2018 Midsomer Murders Paul Taylor Episode: "The Ghost of Causton Abbey"
2019 Jesus: His Life Pilate Recurring role; 5 episodes
2020 Endeavour Martin Gorman Episode: "Raga"
2021 Finding Alice Harry Series regular; 6 episodes
2023 Happy Valley DC Stead Recurring role; 3 episodes

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Work Result Ref.
2003 9th National Television Awards Most Popular Actor Cutting It Nominated [12]
2012 The British Soap Awards Villain of the Year Emmerdale Nominated [13]
2014 19th National Television Awards Serial Drama Performance Nominated [14]
2014 The British Soap Awards Best Actor Nominated [15]
2014 Inside Soap Awards Best Actor Nominated [16]
2015 20th National Television Awards Serial Drama Performance Nominated [17]

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Jason Scott Merrells (born 9 March 1968) is an English actor, director, writer, and visual artist, recognized for his extensive work in British television dramas and his multifaceted career spanning performance, creative direction, and fine arts. Merrells began his acting career in the mid-1990s after graduating with a degree in Fine Art/Related Arts from the University of Chichester, where his artistic training informed his later pursuits in painting and sculpture. His breakthrough role came as Phil Delaney in the groundbreaking Channel 4 series Queer as Folk (1999), which established him as a versatile performer in queer narratives and ensemble dramas. He gained further prominence as Gavin Ferraday in the BBC's Cutting It (2002–2005), portraying an ambitious hairdresser in a high-stakes family business saga, and originally as the determined headteacher Jack Rimmer in Waterloo Road (2006–2009), a role he reprised as a counsellor in the show's sixteenth series (2025) to address themes of mental health and educational reform. Other notable television appearances include James Dowland in Lark Rise to Candleford (2008–2011), Declan Macey in the ITV soap Emmerdale (2010–2014), recurring role as Sir Charles Fraith in Agatha Raisin (2016–2022), and a guest role in Happy Valley (2016), amassing over 35 credited acting roles and more than 700 television episodes. On stage, he has led West End productions, showcasing his dramatic range in live theater. As a director, Merrells has helmed television episodes and short films, including the 2008 drama Le petit mort. Beyond acting, Merrells has built a parallel career as a visual , specializing in portraits, abstracts, landscapes, prints, and sculptures, with commissions available through his official website. In 2022, he won Celebrity Portrait Artist of the Year on by completing an oil portrait of musician in under four hours, highlighting his technical skill and creative versatility. He is married to actress , with whom he has a daughter; he is a of five children from three relationships and the brother of fellow Simon . His work continues to bridge and fine arts, reflecting a commitment to across mediums.

Early life and education

Family and upbringing

Jason Merrells was born on 9 March 1968 at St Margaret's Hospital in Epping, Essex, England. His family relocated to East London shortly after his birth, where he spent part of his childhood in a working-class household, before moving back to Essex at age 10 and settling in Buckhurst Hill. Merrells has an older brother, Simon Merrells (born 1965), who later pursued a career as an actor, though the family had no prior background in the performing arts. His parents initially expressed reservations about his eventual choice of acting as a profession. Growing up in , Merrells developed an early interest in , particularly , which he described as a longstanding passion predating his pursuits. This creative inclination shaped his formative years, fostering a household environment that encouraged artistic expression despite the lack of professional precedents in performance.

Academic background

Jason Merrells graduated with a (BA) degree in Fine Art/Related Arts from the . The institution, formerly known as Bishop Otter College, provided his foundational training in disciplines. He attended County High School. Merrells also participated in a local Saturday drama group with his brother, sparking his interest in performance. Merrells initially focused his studies on training as an , particularly in , before shifting toward elements within the related arts curriculum at the same university. This transition reflected his growing interest in more immediate expressive forms, though he continued to explore visual media alongside performance-related subjects. His academic background in fine arts laid the groundwork for early creative explorations, including , which he pursued alongside writing and devising during his formative years. This education emphasized interdisciplinary approaches, blending visual and performative disciplines to foster his multifaceted artistic development.

Acting career

Breakthrough in television

Jason Merrells made his entry into television with the role of receptionist Matt Hawley in the medical drama Casualty, appearing from 1994 to 1997 across 70 episodes. As a regular character in the long-running series, Hawley provided and emotional depth amid the high-stakes setting, helping Merrells build early recognition within the of British medical dramas. In 1999, Merrells portrayed Phil Delaney in the series Queer as Folk, a groundbreaking drama centered on LGBTQ+ lives in Manchester's . Delaney, a close friend of the protagonists Vince and Stuart, featured in a tragic arc involving a fatal encounter that underscored the series' raw exploration of identity and risk, contributing to the show's cultural impact as one of the first mainstream British programs to depict gay experiences without compromise. This role marked a pivotal shift for Merrells, enhancing his visibility in edgier, character-driven narratives and propelling his career momentum beyond procedural formats. Merrells achieved a lead role as Gavin Ferraday in the BBC One drama Cutting It from 2002 to 2005, spanning four series that followed the personal and professional entanglements of a Manchester hairdressing salon. Ferraday, a talented stylist and devoted husband to co-owner Allie Henshall, navigated central romantic tensions and business rivalries, with his character's supportive yet conflicted nature driving much of the show's emotional core. The series' popularity, bolstered by its blend of glamour, infidelity, and family dynamics, solidified Merrells' status as a versatile leading man in prime-time British television. These roles formed a foundational progression for Merrells, transitioning him from supporting parts in established medical and innovative ensemble dramas to starring in high-stakes serials, which opened doors to more prominent positions in soaps and prestige series like Waterloo Road. This trajectory highlighted his adaptability and contributed to the broader evolution of UK television by bridging genre conventions with nuanced character portrayals.

Theatre performances

Jason Merrells began his theatre career in the early 1990s with several years immersed in , where he devised original productions, wrote scripts, and participated in small-scale touring shows across the . This foundational period honed his versatility in collaborative and experimental work, laying the groundwork for his transition to more established stages. His association with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) marked a significant elevation in his Shakespearean repertoire. In 2007, Merrells portrayed Duke Orsino in Neil Bartlett's production of at the Courtyard Theatre in , delivering a performance noted for its ardent physicality and exploration of romantic idealism. Later that year, he took on the role of Antipholus of Syracuse in a touring production of A Comedy of Errors, opposite his brother as Antipholus of , which toured UK venues from October to December and emphasized the twins' real-life chemistry to enhance the farce's chaotic mistaken identities. These RSC engagements underscored Merrells' expertise in classical texts, blending physical comedy with emotional depth. Merrells continued his classical work with a critically acclaimed turn as the morally ambiguous in Gari Jones' production of , which premiered at Theatre Royal Plymouth in March 2009 under Thelma Holt's banner and toured to venues including the Theatre in and the Grand Theatre in . His portrayal captured the character's descent from rigid uprightness to hypocritical viciousness, earning praise for illuminating the play's themes of power and hypocrisy; the production later transferred to the in 2010. Shifting toward contemporary drama, Merrells starred as the principled in Reginald Rose's during its 2015 UK tour, directed by Jason Hall, where his thoughtful performance anchored the ensemble's tense deliberations on justice and prejudice. He reprised the role in Bill Kenwright's 2024 revival, touring major theatres, bringing renewed gravitas to the character's role as the jury's moral compass amid heightened ensemble dynamics. In 2023, Merrells led as the ethically tormented attorney Frank Galvin in a stage adaptation of David Mamet's , touring UK venues including and Derby Theatre. His nuanced depiction of Galvin's battle against alcoholism and corruption in a medical malpractice case highlighted the protagonist's internal dilemmas, contributing to the production's gripping exploration of redemption in the legal system. Throughout his theatre arc, Merrells has balanced high-profile classical roles with modern revivals, often navigating commitments around his television schedule to prioritize stage work that demands intellectual and emotional intensity.

Film appearances

Jason Merrells made his film debut in the 1994 British comedy-drama , directed by Litten, where he portrayed the minor character in a story blending elements of romance and the with a perspective on mortality and love. The film follows a murdered who returns as a to aid his lover, and Merrells' brief appearance marked an early step in his screen amid the thriller's campy tone and exploration of LGBTQ+ themes. In 1999, Merrells appeared in the thriller Do Not Disturb, also known as , a Dutch-American production directed by , playing the supporting role of Chris Mulder, a involved in the investigation. The plot centers on an American family vacationing in whose mute 10-year-old daughter witnesses a , leading to a tense chase through the city's canals and landmarks as the killers pursue her; Merrells' character contributes to the procedural elements, aiding in unraveling the crime's international ties. This role highlighted his versatility in genre films, though it remained secondary to the central family dynamic. In 2000, Merrells played Chris in the Australian thriller Small Time Obsession, a supporting role in a story of and deception involving a suburban . Merrells took a leading role in the 2005 British The Jealous God, directed by and adapted from John Braine's 1964 novel, portraying Vincent Dungarven, a reserved Catholic schoolteacher in 1960s . The film delves into themes of religious repression, forbidden desire, and familial conflict as Vincent falls in love with a who has a out of wedlock, clashing with his devout mother's expectations and the era's social constraints on sexuality. His performance as the conflicted underscores the narrative's critique of institutional faith versus personal autonomy, earning notice for its emotional depth in a low-budget independent production. Merrells' contributions to cinema have been limited compared to his prolific television work, with these roles representing his primary appearances following early TV success, indicative of a selective focus on projects that offer substantial character development.

Other creative pursuits

Directing

Jason Merrells began exploring directing as an extension of his creative interests, marking his debut with the Le Petit Mort in 2008. Self-funded and shot over a weekend on Super 16 film at an abandoned school location from his Waterloo Road shoots, the 15-minute drama evolved from an initial concept into a examining a man's life reflections. In Le Petit Mort, which Merrells also wrote, he drew on his frustration with the constraints of television directing to test his organizational skills and visual storytelling abilities, assembling a volunteer including a from his collaborations. The film's intimate production highlighted his passion for cinema as a medium to blend narrative depth with artistic visuals, motivated by a desire to move beyond performing. Merrells' subsequent directing effort came over a decade later with the 2021 short Fellow Creatures, co-directed with under their production banner, The Shotley Collective. Crowdfunded to a £9,000 via the platform Greenlit—raising £6,000 in three days—this dark comedy-drama, shot in 4K during the with strict safety protocols, probes philosophical questions about the value of a single life through a struggling father's moral dilemma. His directing work reflects a with his acting career and fine arts education, where industry connections facilitated crews and locations, while his background in informed a visually driven approach emphasizing collaboration—such as refining scripts through multiple drafts with co-creators and prioritizing diverse professional teams despite modest budgets.

Writing

Merrells' writing career emerged alongside his early involvement in the , where narrative creation served as a natural extension of his collaborative training. Following his graduation with a BA in /Related Arts from the , he spent roughly five years in the on the scene, devising original material, writing scripts, and touring productions across the . This hands-on experience honed his ability to craft stories through and group dynamics, drawing on his prior background to infuse performances with layered, multidisciplinary elements. Merrells has since channeled these foundations into longer-form prose, most notably with his novel When a Tree Falls. Funded by in 2017 as a literature project based in , the work incorporates original illustrations by the author, reflecting his artistic roots. He has shared excerpts through public readings, including an event at in December 2017, where attendees experienced selections from the manuscript. As of 2023, Merrells continued refining the novel, emphasizing a meticulous revision process informed by his theatre background—tightening narratives to eliminate excess while preserving emotional depth, a technique he applied to prior unproduced scripts like an early short film. "It wasn't the first thing Jason had ever written," he reflected in a 2016 interview, underscoring his iterative approach to storytelling developed over years of fringe experimentation. The novel remains in final draft stages, with plans for an online release announced around 2021 but not yet realized.

Visual arts

Jason Merrells pursued professionally following his graduation with a in /Related Arts from University in 1989. His training emphasized portraiture, , , and , which informed his later output in oil paintings, linocuts, and mixed-media works focusing on subjects, landscapes, and . This academic foundation evolved into a parallel career alongside , allowing him to explore personal expression through static, individual creations rather than collaborative mediums. In 2022, Merrells established an online presence for his artwork via jasonmerrells.com, an gallery featuring original paintings, prints, sculptures, drawings, and commissioned portraits. The site enables direct sales and bookings for sittings at his studio in , where he offers portraits from life (minimum five hours) or photographs, often depicting family members, pets, or celebrities. Merrells gained prominence in through his victory in the Celebrity Portrait Artist of the Year competition, aired on in December 2022. During the Christmas special, he completed an A3 oil portrait of musician in four hours, earning praise for its emotional depth and technical skill from judges , , and . This win highlighted his proficiency in rapid, expressive portraiture under pressure, building on his fine arts roots. Merrells maintains an ongoing painting practice, balancing it part-time with acting commitments by working from his Cambridgeshire studio and participating in group exhibitions. Notable shows include his debut solo preview at The Stash Gallery in London in September 2023, and contributions to the Many Actors Make Art (MAMA) exhibitions, such as the 2024 event in Brixton featuring his linoprint Durdle Door and the 2025 return where he displayed additional prints. Sales of originals and prints occur through his website and exhibitions, with recent transactions including two unspecified pieces in November 2024. His subjects often blend personal and professional influences, such as portraits of family like his daughter Katya or abstract explorations, demonstrating a shift from academic experimentation to commercially viable, narrative-driven art.

Personal life

Relationships and marriages

Jason Merrells has had three significant romantic relationships throughout his life. His first marriage was to actress Judith Hurley in 1991, a union that lasted until their divorce in 1999. This period coincided with the early stages of his acting career, before his major television breakthrough. In 2002, during the height of his success with the BBC series Cutting It and Waterloo Road, Merrells married lighting designer Zerlina Hughes. The couple's marriage ended in divorce in 2010, with limited public details emerging about the separation. Following the end of his second marriage, Merrells began a long-term relationship with actress in 2009, whom he met while touring in a production. The pair married and have maintained a stable partnership. Their relationship has intersected with his career peaks, including joint appearances at events like the 2020 premiere of . Media coverage of their romance has been positive and low-key, focusing on their professional collaborations rather than personal upheavals.

Children and family

Jason Merrells is the father of five children from three relationships: daughters Camilla (born circa 1993) and Gina (born circa 1996) from his first marriage to Judith Hurley; son Jackson (born circa 2001) and daughter Katya (born circa 2006) from his second marriage to Zerlina Hughes; and daughter Martha (born circa 2011) with his wife . As of 2025, his older children Camilla and Gina, now in their early 30s, reside in , while Jackson is approximately 24, Katya around 20, and Martha about 14; Merrells maintains ongoing involvement with all of them across these blended family structures. Merrells has described parenting as the most rewarding aspect of his life, having become a father at age 24, and he prioritizes staying connected with his children despite the demands of his acting career, which often requires travel and location work. He relies on regular communication tools like phone calls and video chats to bridge separations, noting that time away from family is the most challenging part of his profession. Merrells resides primarily just outside with Lowndes and their daughter , while making efforts to visit his other children frequently to foster family bonds in their blended setup. His brother, actor , represents another key family connection in the entertainment industry.

Filmography

Film

YearFilmRole
1994Nigel
1999Do Not DisturbMulder
2000Small Time ObsessionChris
2005The Jealous GodVincent Dungarven
2015ElsewhereTraveling Salesman
2016BumpsRichard
2019Trick or TreatBizzie

Television

Merrells began his television career with a prominent role in the long-running Casualty, where he portrayed Matt Hawley from 1994 to 1997 across 70 episodes. He followed this with a guest appearance in the groundbreaking series Queer as Folk in 1999, playing Phil Delaney. From 2002 to 2005, Merrells starred as Gavin Ferraday in the drama Cutting It, appearing in all 25 episodes. From 2006 to 2008, he took on the role of headteacher Jack Rimmer in Waterloo Road for the first three series, before reprising the character in a guest capacity in series 16 (2025). Merrells joined the ITV soap in 2010 as businessman Declan Macey, a role he played until 2014 in 622 episodes. He later appeared as Sir Charles Fraith in the Sky1 series from 2016 to 2022, featuring in 15 episodes. In 2023, Merrells guest-starred as DC Stead in the final season of Happy Valley.
Year(s)TitleRoleEpisodes
1994–1997CasualtyMatt Hawley70
1999Queer as FolkPhil Delaney3
2002–2005Gavin Ferraday25
2006–2008, 2025Waterloo RoadJack Rimmer31 (original run); 2 (series 16)
2010–2014Declan Macey622
2016–2022Sir Charles Fraith15
2023Happy ValleyDC Stead3
| 2008–2011 | | James Dowland | 40 |

Awards and nominations

Acting awards and nominations

Jason Merrells has received several nominations for his performances in British television, particularly in drama series and soap operas, recognizing his portrayals in shows such as and .
YearAwardCategoryWorkResult
2003Most Popular ActorNominated
2012Villain of the Year (Declan Macey)Nominated
2014 (Declan Macey)Nominated
2014Inside Soap Awards (Declan Macey)Nominated
These nominations highlight Merrells' impact in the genre, especially for his role as the complex character Declan Macey in , though he has not won any of these awards.

Other recognitions

In 2022, Merrells won the Celebrity Portrait Artist of the Year competition on ' Portrait Artist of the Year, creating an oil portrait of musician , lead singer of , completed live in four hours. The portrait, which captured Holder's likeness with expressive brushwork emphasizing his charismatic features, deeply moved the sitter, who described it as emotionally resonant during the episode's reveal. This victory highlighted Merrells' transition into professional visual arts, building on his fine arts degree from the . In September 2023, he held his first solo exhibition at The Stash Gallery in , showcasing a selection of his paintings, portraits, and sculptures to an invited audience, marking a key milestone in his artistic career. In July 2024, he participated in the Many Actors Make Art (MAMA) exhibition in , displaying new works including the linoprint Durdle Door. For his writing pursuits, Merrells received a £14,465 grant from in 2017 to develop his novel When A Tree Falls, a literary project exploring personal and environmental themes, which he continued refining through public readings in cities including , , and as of 2024.

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