James Garner - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 07, 1928 |
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| Died | July 19, 2014 (age 86) |
| Birthplace | Norman, Oklahoma, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also James Garner's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Television roles in 'Maverick' and 'The Rockford Files'; film roles in 'The Great Escape', 'Murphy's Romance', and 'The Notebook.' |
Intro
James Garner was an American actor and producer, best known for his roles in television series such as 'Maverick' and 'The Rockford Files,' as well as films like 'The Great Escape' and 'Murphy's Romance.' His charismatic screen presence and witty portrayals made him a popular figure in Hollywood across several decades.
Early Life & Background
James Garner was born James Scott Bumgarner in Norman, Oklahoma. He had a difficult childhood, marked by his mother's early death and strained relationships with stepmothers. Garner attended high school in Norman but left before graduating, later joining the Merchant Marine and the National Guard before starting his acting career.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Bret Maverick in the TV series 'Maverick' (1957-1960)
- Played Jim Rockford in 'The Rockford Files' (1974-1980), earning a Primetime Emmy Award
- Film credits include 'The Great Escape' (1963), 'Grand Prix' (1966), 'Murphy's Romance' (1985, Academy Award nomination), and 'The Notebook' (2004)
- Received the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2005
Trivia
- Garner served in the Korean War and received two Purple Hearts. [2][3]
- He legally changed his last name from Bumgarner to Garner.
- His autobiography, 'The Garner Files,' was published in 2011.
FAQs
People also ask
James Garner was born the 7 April 1928.
Norman, Oklahoma, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 7th, 1928, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 7, 1928, during Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, New York Rangers coach Lester Patrick, aged 44, replaced injured goalie Lorne Chabot and led the team to a 2-1 overtime victory against the Montreal Maroons. Patrick's unexpected performance was instrumental in tying the series.
- Day of the week: April 7th, 1928 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Four Sons directed by John Ford
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