James Dean

Birth name: James Byron Dean
Birth: 8 February 1931
Died: 30 September 1955
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Hollywood Walk Star: Yes
James Dean

Career / Biography

James Dean was the eponymous teenage rebel. Although he took leading parts in only three films, his influence extends past this. He died in a car accident which added to his cult status.

Films

Giant (1955)
Rebel Without A Cause (1955)
East Of Eden (1955)
Has Anybody Seen My Gal (1952) - Uncredited minor role

Oscars

Nomination - Best Actor - Giant (1955)
Nomination - Best Actor - East Of Eden (1955)

Quote

There's a certain amount of anger and frustration that one has to put in one's work.
Dream as if you’ll live forever. Live as if you’ll die today.