Netflix's "Shadow and Bone" actor Jack Wolfe has fantastic chemistry with his on-screen boyfriend, Kit Young. However, in real life, the actor's partner is Northern Irishman, Cavan Clarke.
Wolfe is a promising young actor who recently shot to fame after starring in season two of "Shadow and Bone." The English actor plays the character of Wylan Hendriks, whose romantic storyline with Young's character, Jesper Fayeh, has captured the interest of many.
Wolfe's queer character on the show also translates to his real-life experience as a queer young man. He is currently in a relationship with fellow actor Clarke. The pair occasionally share photos of each other on their social media profiles.
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Wolfe joined Netflix's "Shadow and Bone" in its second season and quickly gained many new fans. He plays the role of Hendriks, a teenage son of a merchant with the supernatural power of demolition. The show stars Jessie Mei Li as the main character, Alina Starkov, an orphan and a member of the Ravka clan of the Greisha nation.
The series has been credited for creating a universe where the character's sexuality is not a concern to anyone else. Wolfe's character is in a relationship with Fayeh, played by Kit Young. When they were shooting an episode, Wolfe was surprised at the freedom they had on-screen. He recalled his reaction to that saying:
“The first time our characters hold hands in public, I stopped and asked the writer, ‘Just to check, we're in a new part of the map that Wylan hasn't visited before, and he's just had his hand held by Jesper. Would I then look around to make sure that’s okay before they carry on walking?’"
It can be argued that what makes Wolfe's excellent portrayal of a queer character is that he lives as a member of the LGBTQ+ community in real life. That is why he understands the calls for straight actors not being cast for queer roles.
He also added that it was fantastic to see actors feeling safe and comfortable enough not to hide their sexuality. Wolfe believes that everyone has a right to discover their sexuality but also concedes that it is not as straightforward for everyone.
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While Wolfe keeps it short with his messages to his alleged partner, Clarke likes to be more elaborate. On December 17, 2021, he shared photos of the two with the caption, "Happy birthday to the mythical, magical woodland creature that is Mr. Jack Wolfe! You're a wonder and I'm a very lucky boy."
Like Wolfe, Clarke is also at the beginning of his acting career and only has six film and television credits, most of which have been minor roles. He had his first screen time in 2017 in a TV movie called "My Country."
Jack Wolfe's On-Screen Partner Kit Young Keeps His Love Life Away from the Media Spotlight
Although their love life in "Shadow and Bone" is open for all to see, it is the opposite in real life for Wolfe's on-screen romantic partner Young. The actor prefers to keep his cards close to his chest regarding his romantic life.
On his social media, the young actor frequently shares pictures of his family and colleagues; hence, he is not afraid to share, even about his personal life, except for his love interests.
Young is still to have any concrete rumors concerning his dating life, making some believe he may be single at the moment. Although he has a powerful chemistry with Wolfe on-screen, he is reportedly straight.
However, he still enjoys playing the role of a queer young man in the Netflix show, which also stars Englishman Freddy Carter. He sees the importance of showing his character. He says it is brilliant that Jesper's queerness is not a taboo on the show.
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