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James Darren: A Tribute to an Iconic Actor
Published: September 3, 2024
American actor James Darren has passed away at the age of 88.
According to a statement from his official website, he died at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles.
His son, Jim Moret, confirmed the news to the Hollywood Reporter.
James was hospitalized for heart surgery but was not strong enough to proceed. Although he returned home briefly, he was readmitted later.
– I thought he would make it because he was so calm. He was always cool, Moret shared.
The family was able to say their goodbyes. Jim stated, “He was a good person. He was very talented. He was eternally young.”
James Darren is celebrated for his contributions to film and television, particularly his roles in the beloved movie “Gidget” and iconic TV series such as “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” and “TJ Hooker”.
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James Darren: A Tribute to an Iconic Actor
Published: September 3, 2024
American actor James Darren has passed away at the age of 88.
According to a statement from his official website, he died at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. His son, Jim Moret, confirmed the news to the Hollywood Reporter.
James Darren and Aaron Eisenberg in “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine”.
James was hospitalized for heart surgery but was not strong enough to proceed. Although he returned home briefly, he was readmitted later. Jim shared, “I thought he would make it because he was so calm. He was always cool.”
James Darren with Nancy Sinatra and Claudia Martin in August 1963. Photo: AP/TT
The family was able to say their goodbyes. Jim stated, “He was a good person. He was very talented. He was eternally young.”
James Darren is celebrated for his contributions to film and television, particularly his roles in the beloved movie “Gidget” and iconic TV series such as “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” and “TJ Hooker”.