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Emmerdale Marshall Hamston actor Max Fletcher's life away from soap from little-known TV roles to real age

Emmerdale newcomer Max Fletcher is currently playing Marshall Hamston in the ITV hit soap. The star has taken centre stage thanks to his character's storyline with Arthur Thomas.

He is at the centre of a dramatic hard-hitting storyline as he struggles to come to terms with his sexuality. The young boy bravely came out as gay to his homophobic father last week after running away from his boarding school.

Arthur was helping Marshall hide in Rishi Sharma's empty home but they were caught by Laurel Thomas. Last night (Thurs) Marshall thought it would be a good idea to ask Cathy out on a date, to the gig she was desperately hoping to attend.

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Cathy attempted to make a move on the teen but he rushed out the house insisting that he needed to go. Marshall soon realised he needed to be honest about his sexuality, he met up with Arthur, Laurel and Jai and admitted: "I've been an idiot.

"Dad said I didn't know who I was yet, that I shouldn't put a label on stuff when I'm young, and I've not been with a girl. He said I was confused. He said: 'How can I know if I don't like girls if I've never kissed one'."

Viewers have taken to Marshall and still hope that he and Arthur will get together, while they recently agreed to be friends for the time being. While IMDB lists Emmerdale as Max's only TV role, Lime Talent Agency & Management's website lists other credentials including theatre, commercials and TV.

Marshall is thought to be around 15 or 16 years old, as he appears to be the same age or in the same school year as Arthur. Arthur was born in august 2007 meaning he will turn 16 years old in august this year.

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