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James Howard Dunn (November 2, 1901 – September 1, 1967), billed as Jimmy Dunn in his early career, was an American stage, film, and television actor, and vaudeville performer. The son of a New York stockbroker, he initially worked in his father's firm but was more interested in theater.
James Dunn (1901-1967) was an American actor who worked on stage, vaudeville and silent movies before joining Fox in 1931. He appeared in 106 films, including Baby, Take a Bow, Bright Eyes and A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, for which he won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in 1945.
James Dunn was a versatile actor of stage, screen and television, who won an Oscar for his role in A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. He worked with Shirley Temple, Elia Kazan and Mickey Rooney, and had two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
James Howard Dunn (November 2, 1901 – September 1, 1967) was an American actor and comedian. Dunn was born in Manhattan, New York. His movie role was in Bad Girl (1931). He appeared in three Shirley Temple movies. His best known role was as Johnny Nolan in A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945).
Aug 1, 2012 · While many books and magazines dedicated to classic movie stars discuss James Dunn's life, very few go into depth about this extraordinary actor's story. In our biography section, we are pleased to present the most comprehensive look at his life and work.
Aug 1, 2012 · Full Name: James Howard Dunn. Nickname: Jimmy (sometimes stylized “Jimmie”) Born: Saturday, November 2, 1901. Died: Friday, September 1, 1967 (Age 65) Birthplace: 146th and Broadway, Harlem, Manhattan, New York City. Parents: Ralph and Jessie (Archer) Dunn. Father’s Occupation: Stockbroker. Hair: Brown. Eyes: Blue
Oscar for best supporting actor, 1945. “Tree Grows in Brooklyn, A” In A Tree Grows in Brooklyn: Reception. …Dorothy McGuire as Katie, and James Dunn as Johnny. The film, directed by Elia Kazan, was nominated for an Academy Award for best screenplay, and Dunn won an Oscar for best supporting actor.
