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James Coburn

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James Coburn

A tough, no-nonsense actor with a distinctive voice and commanding presence, James Coburn carved a legendary career through decades of unforgettable performances in action films and television.

Born
August 31, 1928
Died
Nov 18, 2002
From
Laurel, Nebraska, USA
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  • Producer
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8
Decades active
1
Awards

In short · Acted for eight decades — 118 credits, 1 Academy Award win.

Biography

James Harrison Coburn III (August 31, 1928 – November 18, 2002) was an American film and television actor. Over the course of his 45-year career, Coburn appeared in nearly 70 films and made over 100 television appearances, portraying a wide range of roles. He won an Academy Award for his supporting role as Glen Whitehouse in *Affliction*.

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Actor

92 credits

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1 win

Academy Awards

  • Won1998Oscar — Actor in a Supporting Role

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