Home and Away’s James Stewart was pictured filming intense scenes for the popular soap on Friday.
With cameras rolling, the actor hit the waves for a carefree surf session which quickly turned into a disaster.
The 44-year-old, who was still in character as Justin Morgan, struggled to keep afloat before being dramatically rescued.
On set: Home and Away’s James Stewart was pictured filming intense scenes for the popular soap on Friday
After having stripped down to his shorts, James’s nail-biting scene began with him showing off his skills on the surfboard.
A dedicated cameraman was seen in the water trying to capture James’ every move as he lost his footing and fell into the water.
James’ character proved to be in full panic mode as his head sank underwater with only his flailing arm managing to capture the attention of those onshore.
It wasn’t long before a team of rescuers arrived on a speedboat and pulled him to safety.
With cameras rolling: The actor hit the waves for a carefree surf session which quickly turned into a disaster
Filming: The 44-year-old, who was still in character as Justin Morgan, struggled to keep afloat before being dramatically rescued
Hitting the waves: After having stripped down to his shorts, James’s nail-biting scene began with him showing off his skills on the surfboard
Dramatic: A dedicated cameraman was seen in the water trying to capture James’ every move
It has been a tough year for James, who explained last month that the coronavirus pandemic played havoc on his waist line, with his weight ballooning to 104 kilos.
The star told The Daily Telegraph: ‘To be honest, I went from 95kg to 104kg within the first six weeks of iso.’
‘My favourite snacks were chicken burgers and kebabs. I would find comfort in a bowl of ice-cream every day, and a glass or two of wine every other day.’
Tense scenes: James suddenly lost his footing and fell into the water
Help! James’ character proved to be in full panic mode as his head sank underwater
All is good: It wasn’t long before a team of rescuers arrived on a speedboat and pulled him to safety
Struggles: It has been a tough year for James, who explained last month that the coronavirus pandemic played havoc on his waist line, with his weight ballooning to 104 kilos
The star says that he eventually decided enough is enough when his lifestyle began affecting his family.
‘My turning point was when my wife, Sarah, could tell I was waking up heavier and without my usual zest for life,’ he told the paper.
‘And also, my daughter Scout was starting to follow me down the path of bad eating habits and not doing a lot of exercise,’ he added.
The star told The Daily Telegraph: ‘To be honest, I went from 95kg to 104kg within the first six weeks of iso’
He explained: ‘My favourite snacks were chicken burgers and kebabs. I would find comfort in a bowl of ice-cream every day, and a glass or two of wine every other day’
Overhaul: The star says that he eventually decided enough is enough when his lifestyle began affecting his family
To get back in shape, James made a list of foods he can and cannot eat, based on advice from a nutritionist, and made sure to exercise once a day.
He also felt motivated by his family, reminding himself he was doing it for them – but stressed that a cheat day was necessary and not all the snacks have to go.
James’ wife is fellow Home and Away star Sarah Roberts, 35.
James added: ‘Also, my daughter Scout was starting to follow me down the path of bad eating habits and not doing a lot of exercise’
Back on track: To get back in shape, James made a list of foods he can and cannot eat, based on advice from a nutritionist, and made sure to exercise once a day