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Jim Turner Biography

Birth Name:Jim Turner

Birth Place:Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

Profession Actor, Writer, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Turner has worked in over 20 feature films, nearly 30 television appearances, nearly 20 stage plays, comedy tours and one-man performances through his career
  • Gained widespread acclaim with his one-man show, "Showbiz Nightmares," which he launched in 1991
  • Toured the country with the Duck's Breath Mystery Theater beginning in 1975
  • Served as a member of the novelty band Artists Child's Portion from 1978 until 1981 and later the group Boomer in 1982

Awards

  • 1994CableACE-Comedy Series: nominated