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BRION JAMES

Actor
BORN February 20, 1945
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HEIGHT 6'2" (1.88 m)
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NATIONALITY American
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YEARS ACTIVE 1973 – 1999
BRION JAMES

👤 BIOGRAPHY

Brion Howard James (February 20, 1945 – August 7, 1999) was an American character actor. Known for playing the character of Leon Kowalski in the movie Blade Runner, James portrayed a variety of colorful roles in well-known American films such as 48 Hrs., Another 48 Hours, Tango & Cash, Silverado, Red Heat, The Player and The Fifth Element. James' commanding screen presence and formidable physique at 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m) tall usually resulted in his casting as a heavy, appearing more frequently in lower budget horror and action films throughout the 1980s and 1990s. James appeared in more than 100 films before he died of a heart attack aged 54.

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🗉 QUICK FACTS

  • Nick Name Brian James
  • Born February 20, 1945
  • Height 6'2" (1.88 m)
  • Nationality American
  • Citizenship American
  • Education Studied Dramatic Arts / Private performance training
  • Current Status Deceased (Passed away on August 7, 1999)
  • Years Active 1973 – 1999
  • Occupation Actor
  • Family Background Private Family Background
  • Early Career Began active theatrical and commercial performances in early adulthood.
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