James Stewart

James Maitland "Jimmy" Stewart (May 20, 1908 – July 2, 1997) was an American film and stage actor, known for his distinctive voice and persona. Over the course of his career, he starred in many films widely considered classics and was nominated for five Academy Awards, winning one in competition and receiving one Lifetime Achievement award. He was a major MGM contract star. He also had a noted military career and was a World War II and Vietnam Wa... More

Date of birth:

  • May 20, 1908

Date of death:

  • Jul 2, 1997 (age 89 years)

Height:

  • 1.91 m (6.27 ft )

Religion:

Also known as:

  • James Maitland Stewart,
  • Jimmy Stewart,
  • The Ordinary Hero,
  • Lieutenant James Stewart,
  • Jimmy
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Film

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Awards

Presidential Medal of Freedom Winners

Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor In A Television Series - Drama Nominees

Appears in ranked lists:

List Rank Year Note
  • 3
  • 1999
  • Top Male Legends

AFI's 100 Years... 100 Stars of 1999

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TV

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Author

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