Luke Jacobz
| Luke Jacobz | |
|---|---|
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| Born |
Luke Jacob Ashwood 14 February 1981 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1998–present |
Luke Jacobz (born Luke Jacob Ashwood on 14 February 1981 in Sydney, Australia) is an Australian actor and television presenter.
Career
He appeared in a high school production of The Man of Steel in 1995. He came to public attention when he starred as Zac Croft for two years on the Australian teen drama television series Heartbreak High. He later moved on to hosting television programs such as the now cancelled television series The Big Arvo and Popstars Live.
Jacobz made a return to acting in McLeod's Daughters as Patrick Brewer, appearing on the show between 2005 to 2008.[1] He also appeared in a six-month recurring role as Angelo Rosetta in Home and Away, where after becoming a viewer favourite, he was then upgraded to series regular. In 2008, Jacobz was crowned Dancing with the Stars champion along with dancer and mentor Luda Kroitor.[2]
On 23 August 2010, Jacobz was announced as the new host of The X Factor, replacing Matthew Newton, who stepped down from the role.[3] Jacobz also began talks to appear in a new Australian drama series Wild Boys.[4]
Jacobz returned as host for The X Factor in the fourth series,[5] and finished hosting the fifth series on 28 October 2013.
Awards
In 2010, Jacobz was nominated for the Silver Logie Award for the most popular actor for his role on Home and Away.[6]
Personal life
"Jacobz" is a screen name, derived from adding a 'z' to the actor's middle name of Jacob. Jacobz dated his Dancing with the Stars partner Luda Kroitor in 2009; the relationship ended some time later. [7]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-present | The X Factor | Host | |
| 2009 | Beauty and the Geek Australia | Judge | 1 Episode |
| 2008–2011 | Home and Away | Angelo Rosetta | Regular Cast Member |
| 2008 | Dancing with the Stars | Himself | Winner of Season 8 |
| 2008 | Hole in the Wall | Himself | Guys Vs Gals, On Guys Team |
| 2008 | The Singing Bee | Himself | Contestant |
| 2005–2009 | McLeod's Daughters | Patrick Brewer | Regular Cast Member |
| 2004 | Popstars Live | Host | |
| 2001–2005 | The Big Arvo | Presenter | |
| 1998–1999 | Heartbreak High | Zac Croft | Regular Cast Member |
References
- ↑ Men steal the show
- ↑ Jacobz wins dance off
- ↑ Home and Away star replaces Matthew Newton on X Factor
- ↑ http://www.couriermail.com.au/ipad/kourting-triumph/story-fn6cc53j-1226000658128
- ↑ http://www.couriermail.com.au/ipad/luke-jacobz-returns-to-host-x-factor/story-fn6cc53j-1226025640772
- ↑ Complete list of nominations
- ↑ http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/tv/home-and-aways-luke-jacobz-in-romance-with-luda-kroitor/story-e6frexlr-1111118474134
External links
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| Preceded by Bridie Carter & Craig Monley |
Dancing with the Stars (Australia) winner Season 8 (Late 2008 with Luda Kroitor) |
Succeeded by Adam Brand & Jade Hatcher |