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James Franciscus - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 31, 1934 |
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| Died | July 08, 1991 (age 57) |
| Birthplace | Clayton, Missouri, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also James Franciscus's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring in popular TV series including 'Mr. Novak,' 'The Naked City,' and 'Longstreet,' and appearing in films such as 'Beneath the Planet of the Apes.' |
Intro
James Franciscus was an American actor best known for his performances in television series such as 'Mr. Novak,' 'The Naked City,' and 'Longstreet,' as well as films like 'Beneath the Planet of the Apes.'
Early Life & Background
James Franciscus was born in Clayton, Missouri. He attended Yale University, graduating with a degree in English and theatre arts. He began acting shortly after college, quickly finding steady work in television.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Detective Jim Halloran in 'Naked City' (1958–1959)
- Played the title role in 'Mr. Novak' (1963–1965)
- Lead role in 'Longstreet' (1971–1972)
- Starred in 'Beneath the Planet of the Apes' (1970)
- Appeared in 'Youngblood Hawke' (1964) and other feature films
Trivia
- Franciscus was a college classmate of actor Dick Cavett at Yale.
- He was once considered for the title role in 'Batman' (1966) before it went to Adam West.
FAQs
People also ask
When was James Franciscus born?
James Franciscus was born the 31 January 1934.
Where is James Franciscus from?
Clayton, Missouri, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 31st, 1934, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 31, 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued Proclamation No. 2072, setting the gold value of the U.S. dollar at $35 per ounce, effectively devaluing the dollar by over 40%. This move aimed to combat the Great Depression by increasing inflation and stimulating economic activity.
- Day of the week: January 31st, 1934 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: It Happened One Night directed by Frank Capra
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