James Robin Grant Laing is a well-known figure in English acting, television, and investment circles. In 1988, he established Sweets Kittens, a company that specializes in vegan and vegetarian sweets. His birthplace was Oxford. Beginning in 2011, his recurring performances on the reality television program Made in Chelsea helped him get the most notoriety.
Laing has had success as an actor in shows including Drunk History, Murder in Successville, and Hollyoaks. He has also made cameos in films like Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie.
He also established a Guinness World Record for the most jelly beans ingested in 30 seconds on the TV show 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
The Laing family has a lengthy relationship with the UK. He is the great-nephew of Lord Laing of Dunphail and the great-great-grandson of Sir Alexander Grant, who invented McVitie’s digestive biscuits. He studied theater and performing at Radley College, Summer Fields School, and the University of Leeds.
Along with his outstanding work in theater and television, Laing also hosts two popular podcasts on BBC Radio 1: Private Parts with Francis Boulle and 6 Degrees from Jamie and Spencer with Spencer Matthews.
Does Jamie Laing own Candy Kittens?
Yes, Candy Kittens is owned by Jamie Laing and his business partner Ed Williams. Laing became Candy Kittens’ main shareholder in 2019 after his TV date set up a meeting with the company, and the company became its manufacturer. The company is presently the fastest-growing confectionary company in the UK.
How old is Jamie from Made in Chelsea?
Jamie Laing was born on November 3, 1988, as James Robin Grant Laing. Jamie is 34 years.