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James Drury - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 18, 1934 |
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| Age | 91 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also James Drury's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring as the lead role in the TV series 'The Virginian'. |
Intro
James Drury was an American actor best known for starring as the title character in the long-running television western series 'The Virginian' (1962–1971).
Early Life & Background
James Drury was born in New York City and grew up splitting time between Manhattan and his family's ranch in Salem, Oregon. He developed an interest in acting at an early age, appearing in a road company production of 'Life with Father' at the age of 12.
Career Highlights
- Starred as the title character in the TV western series 'The Virginian' (1962–1971).
- Appeared in films such as 'Forbidden Planet' (1956) and 'Love Me Tender' (1956).
- Made guest appearances on various television series including 'Gunsmoke', 'Wagon Train', and 'Perry Mason'.
Trivia
- James Drury was inducted into the Hall of Great Western Performers at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in 1991.
- His mother was a professional singer, which influenced his early interest in the arts.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is James Drury?
James Drury is 91 years old.
When was James Drury born?
James Drury was born the 18 April 1934.
Where is James Drury from?
New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 18th, 1934, in brief:
- Day of the week: April 18th, 1934 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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