James Whitmore

James Whitmore
Whitmore in 1955
Born
James Allen Whitmore Jr.

(1921-10-01)October 1, 1921
DiedFebruary 6, 2009(2009-02-06) (aged 87)
EducationYale College
OccupationActor
Years active1946–2007
Spouses
  • Nancy Mygatt
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    (m. 1947; div. 1971)​
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    (m. 1979; div. 1981)​
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    (m. 1972; div. 1979)​
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    (m. 2001)​
Children3, including James Whitmore Jr.
Military career
Allegiance United States
Branch
 United States Marine Corps
Rank
Second Lieutenant
UnitMarine Forces Reserve
4th Marine Division
Conflicts
World War II

James Allen Whitmore Jr. (October 1, 1921 – February 6, 2009) was an American actor who appeared in over 150 stage, film, and television roles over a 50-year career. He received numerous honors, notably a Grammy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Tony Award. He was nominated for two Academy Awards, Best Supporting Actor for Battleground (1949) and Best Actor for Give 'em Hell, Harry! (1975).