After working as an Actor between 1999 and 2001 Stuart enlisted in the British army in October 2001. Stuart served as an Infantry Soldier progressing through the ranks from Private to Corporal until he left the Army in 2008. Whilst serving his country Stuart completed three operational tours including two of Iraq, the first of which was during the 'War Phase' in 2003. Stuart crossed the border into Iraq on 21 March 2003 as part of the First Fusilier Battlegroup. Since Stuart made the decision to leave the Army he has qualified as a Close Protection Operative and works as part of a Vessel Protection Team protecting ships against piracy within high risk areas. Recently Stuart has made the decision to again pursue a career in Acting and is currently considering different projects. Stuart lives in Newcastle, England with his fiancé Christine and his daughter Hannah-May.