Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Height | 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m) |
Weight | 70 kg (154 lbs) |
Waist | 31 Inches |
Body Type | Athletic |
Eye Color | Green |
Hair Color | Blonde |
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Known For | Cal Trask in "East Of Eden" (1955), Jim Stark in "Rebel Without A Cause "(1955) |
Nickname | Jimmy Dean, One-Speed Dean, JD, Little Ba***rd |
Full Name | James Byron Dean |
Profession | Actor |
Nationality | American |
Date of Birth | February 8, 1931 |
Date of Death | September 30, 1955 |
Place of Death | Cholame, California, United States |
Cause of Death | Car Crash |
Birthplace | Marion, Indiana, United States |
Religion | Christianity |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
James Byron Dean was an American actor, born on 8th February 1931 and died on 30th September 1955. He is still remembered as a cultural icon of teenage disillusionment and social estrangement.
One of his most celebrated films named ‘Rebel Without a Cause’, was released in the year 1955. In the film, he acted as a Jim Stark. Among others, his two roles that defined his stardom were ‘Loner Cal Trask’ in ‘East of Eden’, released in 1955, and surly ranch hand Jett Rink in ‘Giant’ in 1956.
Career
The first appearance of Dean on television took place in a Pepsi Cola commercial. He left the college to act full time and was cast into his first speaking part, like John the beloved disciple in hill number one.
Dean went on to win three appointments in films: as a soldier in Fixed Bayonets!
James Dean made an appearance in the ‘Alias Jane Doe’, produced by Brackett. It was released in the year 1951. He worked as a stunt tester for the game show ‘Beat The Clock’.
Additionally, he acted in episodes of several CBS television series ‘The Web’ Studio One, and ‘Lux Video Theatre’.
James Dean, however, has established his extensive career and became popular for his outstanding performances.
Achievements
During his prolific career, the actor, James Dean got huge acclaim and much appreciation from the audience. He gave brilliant performances in movies, like; ‘The Big Story’ in 1953, ‘The Web’ in 1952.
James Dean Education
Qualification | University Drop-Out |
School | Fairmount High School, Fairmount, Indiana, United States |
College | Santa Monica College, University Of California, Los Angeles |
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James Dean Career
Profession: Actor
Known For: Cal Trask in "East Of Eden" (1955), Jim Stark in "Rebel Without A Cause "(1955)
Debut:
Film: Fixed Bayonets!
Television: Family Theater
Net Worth: USD $2 million approx.
Family & Relatives
Father: Winton Dean
Mother: Mildred Wilson
Brother(s): None
Sister(s): Ortense Dean
Marital Status: Single
Children: None
Dating History:
Liz Sheridan (1952)
Ursula Andress (1955)
Terry Moore (1954)
Pier Angeli (1952 – 1953)
William Bast (1950 – 1954)
Marlon Brando
Rogers Brackett
Beverly Wills
Sal Mineo (1955)
Mitzi McCall (1955)
Alice Denham (1952)
Rock Hudson
James Dean Favorites
Hobbies: Writing, Painting, Photography, Car Racing, Bullfighting, Horse Riding, Sculpting, Playing the Bongos
Favorite Food: Aunt Ortense’s Banana Salad, Brick Oven Pizza from Villa Capri