James Hernandez Deakin (born 27 October 1972), better known as James Deakin, is a Filipino-British television and events host, automotive journalist, video blogger, and motoring editor working for

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and ''

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''.

Biography

Deakin was born on 27 October 1972 in

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to a British father and a Filipino mother. He has two brothers, Patrick and Michael. Deakin currently works as the motoring editor for ''Philippine Tatler'', a luxury-lifestyle magazine company. Deakin started working in

since 2014 with his shows ''Drive'' and ''The Service Road'', and also hosts '' New Day'' every Friday on the same network.

Personal life

Deakin has a wife named Shelley, from

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, with whom he has three children. On February 14, 2023, he posted a photo on social media indicating he is currently dating social influencer, Roxy Delevin, who is 20 years younger than him. It is understood that he is separated from his wife although no details have emerged on whether this has been finalized at court.

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