James Stewart has reached a big milestone on Home and Away, and he has also shared a hopeful update about his future on the popular soap. After playing Justin Morgan for 10 years, the actor reflected on his journey and hinted that fans may get to see him in Summer Bay for many more years.
James Stewart Looks Back On 10 Years As Justin Morgan
James Stewart first joined Home and Away in 2016 as Justin Morgan. As he celebrated 10 years on the show, he spoke about how much the role has meant to him over the years.
Speaking to TV Week, Stewart said, “What an incredible decade it’s been.” He also shared that he enjoys looking back at old photos with his daughter. “My daughter and I often go back through photos on my phone – which have become sort of an archive of history for people now – and we arrived in Sydney when Scout was only four.”
The actor also remembered how important the role was when he first got it. As a single father, he was looking for a stable job that could support his family. Stewart said, “When I was offered this job, I thought, ‘Okay. Here’s something I can sink my teeth into and sign for three years’, which enabled some stability. I put my daughter through school and had a steady income. What started happening, unknowingly, to me was that I began to build a family.”
James Stewart Shares His Hopes For The Future
Stewart did not confirm how long he will stay on Home and Away, but he admitted that he would love to continue if he gets another contract. He said, “When I look back at everything that’s happened, I really do love this place.”
He also explained that the cast has become like family to him because they spend so much time together. “I spend more time with these people than my actual family, and I’ve thought about that [staying on] for quite a while… I have to say, ‘Watch this space’… But if they offer me another contract, I think I’ll be staying.”
The comments are good news for fans who have followed Justin’s story over the past 10 years. While nothing has been confirmed yet, Stewart’s latest update makes it clear that he is happy to stay on the show if he is given the chance. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Home and Away spoilers and behind-the-scenes updates.