James Stewart recalls how he and Jessica Marais got together

Although James Stewart split from Jessica Marais last year, the actor clearly still holds a flame for his gorgeous ex.

The Home And Away star recalled the moment he met Jessica in 2007.

"I went to audition for a part on Packed To The Rafters and asked Jess for her permission to hold her waist and put her against a wall," he spilled to Sunday Life.

Soon after, James landed the part Jake Barton and Jess went on to score the role of Rachel Rafter.

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The 41-year-old explains that Jess didn't make a move on him until a year later.

"Jess texted me 'Hot Chocolate?' at midnight a year later and it all went from there,' he says.

The pair got engaged in October 2010, and welcomed their daughter Scout, in 2012.

Sadly, last year, the couple announced they were going their separate ways after five years together.

"Our relationship didn't work out because I think hearts go in different directions eventually," he divulged.

Despite splitting from Scout's mum, James says they couple remain on good terms for the sake of Scout.

"Once you realise it's about Scout, everything's easy," he explains.

"Jess and I have nothing to hide. I think dignity is the key... We are both out for each other's best interests."

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