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James Franciscus was an American actor and producer. He was born on January 31, 1934 in Clayton, Missouri. He was best known for his roles in the television series The Naked City, The Investigators, and Longstreet. He also starred in the films The Cat from Outer Space, The Omega Man, and The Poseidon Adventure. Franciscus began his career in the 1950s, appearing in television shows such as The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin and The Loretta Young Show. He made his film debut in 1957 in The Young Stranger. He went on to appear in numerous films throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including The Cat from Outer Space, The Omega Man, and The Poseidon Adventure. In the 1980s, Franciscus appeared in the television series The Naked City, The Investigators, and Longstreet. He also appeared in the films The Final Countdown and The Beast Within. Franciscus died on July 8, 1991 at the age of 57. He was survived by his wife, actress Jeanette Nolan, and their two children.

Popular As James Grover Franciscus (Jimmy, Goey)
Occupation actor,producer,writer
Age 57 years old
Zodiac Sign Aquarius
Born 31 January 1934
Birthday 31 January
Birthplace Clayton, Missouri, USA
Date of death 8 July, 1991
Died Place North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
Nationality United States

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James Franciscus Height, Weight & Measurements

At 57 years old, James Franciscus height is 5' 10½" (1.79 m) .

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Height 5' 10½" (1.79 m)
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Who Is James Franciscus's Wife?

His wife is Carla Deen Ankney (1980 - 8 July 1991) ( his death), Kathleen 'Kitty' Wellman (28 March 1960 - 21 February 1979) ( divorced) ( 4 children)

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Wife Carla Deen Ankney (1980 - 8 July 1991) ( his death), Kathleen 'Kitty' Wellman (28 March 1960 - 21 February 1979) ( divorced) ( 4 children)
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James Franciscus Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is James Franciscus worth at the age of 57 years old? James Franciscus’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated James Franciscus's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1980

In the mid 1980s, he became dissatisfied with the roles offered to him and turned his attention to screen writing.

1978

Twice portrayed President John F. Kennedy, or a character directly based on him: The Greek Tycoon (1978) and Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy (1981).

1970

An avid tennis player, he founded the James Franciscus Celebrity Tennis Tournament in the mid 1970s to raise money for multiple sclerosis research and victims (his mother suffered from this disease). He also enjoyed sky diving and scuba diving. He married Kathleen 'Kitty' Wellman, daughter of director William A.

1969

He played an astronaut in both Marooned (1969) and Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970).

1968

As co-founder of Omnibus Productions, he produced many classic films, such as Heidi (1968), Jane Eyre (1970), David Copperfield (1970), Kidnapped (1971), and The Red Pony (1973).

1963

Novak (1963) and Longstreet (1971). He also made numerous guest appearances in other popular television programs, starred in numerous television movies, and appeared in numerous feature films.

1961

Was the first choice to play Dr. Kildare in the 1961 TV series, but he was committed to another series (that never materialized) so the producers went with Richard Chamberlain.

1960

Wellman, on March 28, 1960, and fathered four daughters (Jamie, Kellie, Corie and Jolie). A devoted family man, his contracts often stipulated that he not be required to work past 6:00 pm.

1959

In 1959 Norman Lear produced a pilot for a situation comedy called "Band of Gold" in which James and Suzanne Pleshette played a different couple each week. The program was considered too "experimental" and was never broadcast.

1958

Franciscus is best known for his work in television, including Naked City (1958), The Investigators (1961), Mr.

1957

James Grover Franciscus graduated magna cum laude from Yale University in 1957 with a B. A. in English and theater. His father, John Allen Franciscus, was a pilot killed in action during WWII. His mother was named Loraine (nee Grover) and he had one sibling, a brother named John. Mr.

1942

On May 24, 1942 his father Capt. John Allen Franciscus was on a United Army Air Force Lockheed C40-D (Ser. No. 42-22249) taking him and other pilots from Bolling Field, District of Columbia, to Houlton Air Force Base, Maine. The pilots were to ferry bombers across the Atlantic. However, the Lockheed commuter plane crashed 5 miles northeast of Howe Brook, Maine, killing all on board.