Clifton James

Birth Name:

George Clifton James

Birth Place:

Spokane, Washington, United States

Profession

Actor

Studied at the University of Oregon and the Actor's Studio
Married Laurie Harper in 1951 and has six children with her
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․"
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
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

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