Jimmie Walker - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 25, 1947 |
|---|---|
| Age | 78 |
| Birthplace | The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Jimmie Walker's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying J.J. Evans on the sitcom 'Good Times' |
Intro
Jimmie Walker is an American actor and comedian best known for his role as James 'J.J.' Evans Jr. on the CBS television series 'Good Times.' He became a pop-culture icon in the 1970s, especially for his catchphrase 'Dy-no-mite!' His energetic comedic style and presence on 'Good Times' made him a household name.
Early Life & Background
Jimmie Walker was born and raised in The Bronx, New York. He attended Theodore Roosevelt High School and began working in radio engineering, eventually finding his way into stand-up comedy before gaining fame on television.
Career Highlights
- Starred as James 'J.J.' Evans Jr. on 'Good Times' (1974–1979)
- Launched his stand-up comedy career in the late 1960s
- Made guest appearances on various TV shows, including 'The Love Boat' and 'Fantasy Island'
- Authored a memoir, 'Dynomite!: Good Times, Bad Times, Our Times'
- Active on the stand-up comedy circuit for decades beyond his sitcom fame
Trivia
- Known for popularizing the catchphrase 'Dy-no-mite!'
- Received two Golden Globe Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series for his work in 'Good Times'
- Before becoming an actor, worked as a radio engineer and disc jockey
FAQs
People also ask
Jimmie Walker is 78 years old.
Jimmie Walker was born the 25 June 1947.
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About June 25th, 1947, in brief:
- Historical events: Anne Frank's diary, chronicling her life in hiding during the Holocaust, was first published in Dutch as 'Het Achterhuis' on this date. The diary has since become one of the most important works of literature, highlighting the human experience during World War II.
- Day of the week: June 25th, 1947 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Peg O' My Heart by Buddy Clark
- Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford
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