James Garner

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James Garner

American actor

Also known as: James Scott Bumgarner

Written by Amy Tikkanen

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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2024 • Article History

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Original name:: James Scott Bumgarner

Born:: April 7, 1928, Norman, Oklahoma, U.S.

Died:: July 19, 2014, Brentwood, California (aged 86)

Awards And Honors:: Emmy Award (1977); Emmy Award (1987): Outstanding Drama/Comedy Special; Emmy Award (1977): Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series; Golden Globe Award (1994): Best Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television; Golden Globe Award (1991): Best Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television; Golden Globe Award (1987): Best Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television; Golden Globe Award (1958): New Star of the Year - Actor

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James Garner (born April 7, 1928, Norman, Oklahoma, U.S.—died July 19, 2014, Brentwood, California) American actor who was noted for his portrayal of good-natured characters and reluctant heroes. He was perhaps best known for his roles in the television series Maverick and The Rockford Files. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, Garner pursued an acting career. He made several television commercials before making his film debut in 1956, appearing in Mervyn LeRoy’s Toward the Unknown and the comedy The Girl He Left Behind. In 1957 he acted opposite Marlon Brando in the war drama Sayonara. That ...(100 of 393 words)

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