Bradley Riches
Nominee Profile
Location: London
Bradley Riches is an award winning British actor, author, and advocate best known for his role as Lewis Barton in Emmerdale and James McEwan in the Netflix series Heartstopper. Proudly autistic and part of the LGBTQ+ community, Bradley has become a powerful voice for neurodiversity and authentic representation in the entertainment industry.
Alongside his acting career, Bradley is the author of “Autistically me” a book inspired by his experiences growing up autistic and learning to embrace difference as a strength. Through his work and public platform and social media, he continues to raise awareness, challenge stereotypes, and champion acceptance.
Bradley’s honesty, humour, and advocacy -combined with his visibility on shows such as Celebrity Big Brother UK- have made him an inspiring role model for young people. His impact on autism awareness and LGBTQ+ representation makes him a deserving Celebrity of the Year. 🌈✨
Alongside his acting career, Bradley is the author of “Autistically me” a book inspired by his experiences growing up autistic and learning to embrace difference as a strength. Through his work and public platform and social media, he continues to raise awareness, challenge stereotypes, and champion acceptance.
Bradley’s honesty, humour, and advocacy -combined with his visibility on shows such as Celebrity Big Brother UK- have made him an inspiring role model for young people. His impact on autism awareness and LGBTQ+ representation makes him a deserving Celebrity of the Year. 🌈✨