TV fans will recognise actor and model James from his role as the terrifying East End gangster Lester Watts in Call The Midwife back in 2017.
In 2015 James appeared as Dean Fallon in Silent Witness, as well as appearing in many other TV roles including Hollyoaks and Doctors.
This isn’t the first time that James has been in EastEnders, either. He also appeared back in 2011 as a character called Brendan.
A new chapter
Speaking of his new role, James said: “I’m thrilled to be joining EastEnders.
“As a born and bred Londoner myself, I can’t wait to bring my experience of a place I love and know to such a well-respected long running show, with such iconic characters.