Clifton James Biography

Fast Facts

• Studied at the University of Oregon and the Actor's Studio
• Married Laurie Harper in 1951 and has six children with her
• Served in the U․S․ Army for three years during World War II, earning a number of decorations, including Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge
• His first appearance on stage in New York came in 1955's "The Time of Your Life․"
• His on-screen debut came in the TV series "The Secret Storm․"
• Best known for portraying Sheriff J․W․ Pepper in the James Bond films "Live and Let Die" and "The Man with the Golden Gun․"
• Known for playing dopey, Southern sheriffs