Luke Jacobz
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| Born | Luke Jacob Ashwood 14 February 1981 Sydney, Australia |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1998–present |
Luke Jacobz (born Luke Jacob Ashwood) on 14 February 1981, Sydney is an Australian actor and television presenter.
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[edit] Career
'Jacobz' is a screen name, derived from adding a 'z' to the actor's middle name of Jacob. In 2008, Jacobz was crowned Dancing with the Stars champion along with dancer and mentor Luda Kroitor.[1]
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 then went on to resurrect his attention by hosting popular television programs such as the now cancelled television series The Big Arvo and Popstars Live. He then made a return in McLeod's Daughters as Patrick Brewer, appearing throughout 2005–2008.[2] He returned to television in a six-month recurring role as Angelo Rosetta in Home and Away. After becoming a viewer favourite, he was then upgraded to series regular.
In 2010, Jacobz was nominated for the Silver Logie Award for the most popular actor for his role on Home and Away.[3]
On 23 August 2010, Jacobz was announced as the new host of The X Factor, replacing Matthew Newton, who stepped down from the role.[4]
Jacobz began talks to appear in a new Australian drama series Wild Boys.[5] It is unclear as to whether or not a third season of The X Factor, is to return or whether or not Jacobz will host.[6] It was confirmed that Jacobz will return as the host of The X Factor.[7]
[edit] Personal life
Jacobz dated his Dancing With The Stars partner Luda Kroitor in 2009, the relationship ended sometime later.[8]
[edit] Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 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 |
[edit] References
- ^ Jacobz wins dance off
- ^ Men steal the show
- ^ Complete list of nominations
- ^ New X-factor Host
- ^ http://www.couriermail.com.au/ipad/kourting-triumph/story-fn6cc53j-1226000658128
- ^ http://www.rte.ie/ten/2011/0228/homeandaway.html
- ^ http://www.couriermail.com.au/ipad/luke-jacobz-returns-to-host-x-factor/story-fn6cc53j-1226025640772
- ^ http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/entertainment/tv/home-and-aways-luke-jacobz-in-romance-with-luda-kroitor/story-e6frexlr-1111118474134
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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 |
