who plays sawyer in lost

James “Sawyer” Ford in Lost is played by American actor Josh Holloway.

Who is Josh Holloway?

Josh Holloway is an American actor and former model, born July 20, 1969, who became widely known for portraying con man James “Sawyer” Ford on the ABC series Lost from 2004 to 2010. The show’s success turned him into a breakout TV star and strongly associated him with the Sawyer role in popular culture.

Sawyer in the show

Within Lost , James Ford adopts the alias “Sawyer” and is introduced as a cynical, sharp-tongued con man who gradually reveals a more vulnerable and loyal side. He remains a main character across the series, with his backstory and relationships becoming central to many of the show’s biggest emotional arcs.