Saint Lucia continues to shine on the global stage — and this time, the spotlight is on the arts.
Saint Lucian-Canadian actor Ashton James is proving that no dream is too big for a young man from a small island. Now based in Toronto, Canada, Ashton is steadily building an impressive acting career, landing roles alongside celebrated actors in major international productions.
Born and raised in Saint Lucia, Ashton’s journey from the Caribbean to the bright lights of film and television is a testament to determination, talent, and belief in one’s craft. His rise in the industry reflects not only his hard work, but also the strength, creativity, and resilience that define our people.
He has appeared in acclaimed series such as The Boys, Five Days at Memorial, and Law & Order: Toronto: Criminal Intent, sharing the screen with established stars and becoming part of productions viewed by global audiences.
In 2023, Ashton earned a Canadian Screen Award nomination for his role in Revenge of the Black Best Friend, further solidifying his place as one of the emerging talents to watch.
For a small island nation like Saint Lucia, stories like Ashton’s are powerful reminders that our size does not limit our potential. From Castries to Canada, from humble beginnings to major screens, he represents what is possible when passion meets perseverance.
We celebrate Ashton James and his continued success. We are immensely proud to see a son of Saint Lucia standing confidently among international leads and making his mark in the entertainment world.
Ashton, your homeland is cheering you on.
TV & Film Work
James has appeared in a variety of screen roles across both television series and feature films:
• Television and streaming:
o The Boys (guest role)
o The Hot Zone (guest appearance)
o Five Days at Memorial (Apple TV+)
o Law & Order: Toronto: Criminal Intent
o The Madness (Netflix)
o Beyond Black Beauty
o Slip
o Pretty Hard Cases
o Revenge of the Black Best Friend — where he played Taye Blak and earned a Canadian Screen Award nomination in 2023 for Best Supporting Performance in a Web Program or Series.
• Film work:
o Boxcutter (2024) — James stars as Rome, an aspiring rapper navigating life in Toronto.
o Youngblood (2025) — He plays Dean Youngblood in this reimagined hockey drama premiered at TIFF 2025, marking a major lead role in his film career.
