James Gomez was born in Rexdale, Ontario, Canada. James graduated from York University with a Specialized Honours B.A: Individualized Studies focused on Dance and Communications. James began his acting career while in University, and soon after graduating pursued it full time. Aside from acting, James continued dancing professionally and became a Salsa instructor. James has performed all over Toronto, and the Greater Toronto Area at festivals, weddings fundraisers, and private events. James makes his first debut in American Gods (2017) as one of Bilques Worshippers.