Lily James Spotted on Date with Stuntman Bobby Hanton

Forget the red carpet; the real drama for Lily James is unfolding at the local watering hole. On January 29, 2026, the Downton Abbey star sent shockwaves through a quiet corner of Hampshire after being spotted on what locals described as a "cozy and fun" date with renowned Hollywood stuntman Bobby Hanton.

The pair were seen enjoying a laid-back evening at the Red Lion pub in Fareham. Far from the glitz of Hollywood, the duo reportedly spent the night laughing, joking, and engaging in a friendly game of pool, leaving the regular "punters" stunned to see two major industry players in their local.

Who is Bobby Hanton?

If you don't recognize his face, you almost certainly recognize his work. Bobby Hanton is one of the most elite stunt professionals in the world, famously serving as the longtime stunt double for Chris Hemsworth.

• The Career: A former gymnast for Great Britain, Hanton’s resume is a list of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters, including the Avengers franchise, Skyfall, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Mission: Impossible.

• The "Thor" Connection: He has performed stunts for iconic characters like Thor, Batman, and Captain America.

• The Meeting: James and Hanton reportedly first became close while filming the high-octane thriller Subversion (starring Chris Hemsworth) in Australia last year. Their professional collaboration on the action-heavy set appears to have transitioned into a genuine off-screen connection.

A Night at the Red Lion

The pub itself couldn't help but share the excitement of their A-list visitors. In a post on social media, the Red Lion staff wrote:

"Tonight we had a visit from Downton Abbey's Lily James alongside Thor stuntman Bobby Hanton."

Staff noted that the pair were incredibly approachable, even gaining a "miniature fan club" among the staff's children who were present. Witnesses remarked that the chemistry between James and Hanton was "undeniable," sparking immediate speculation that the actress has found a new "stunt double date" following her quiet split from musician Michael Shuman in 2023.

Lily's "Action Star" Transition

The romance rumors come at a pivotal time in Lily James' career. Known for period dramas and musicals, the 36-year-old is pivoting hard into the action genre for 2026:

• Subversion: The film where she allegedly met Hanton, a submarine thriller co-starring Chris Hemsworth.

• Cliffhanger: James is currently in post-production for the reboot of the 1993 classic, where she plays a traumatized mountain climber who must save her father (Pierce Brosnan).

Hanton, an expert in the field, would certainly be the perfect mentor for James as she navigates these physically demanding roles.

Source - https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/38017810/lily-james-cosies-hunky-stuntman/

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