James Gleason

American actor (1882–1959) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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James Austin Gleason (May 23, 1882 – April 12, 1959) was an American actor, playwright and screenwriter born in New York City.[1] Gleason often portrayed "tough-talking, world-weary guys with a secret heart-of-gold."[2]

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James Gleason
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Gleason in Meet John Doe (1941)
Born
James Austin Gleason

(1882-05-23)May 23, 1882
DiedApril 12, 1959(1959-04-12) (aged 76)
Occupations
  • Actor
  • playwright
  • screenwriter
Years active19141959
Spouse
(m. 1905; died 1947)
ChildrenRussell Gleason
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