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James Francis Cagney Jr. (/ ˈ k æ ɡ n i /; July 17, 1899 – March 30, 1986) was an American actor and dancer. On stage and in film, he was known for his consistently energetic performances, distinctive vocal style, and deadpan comic timing.
James Cagney. Actor: Angels with Dirty Faces. One of Hollywood's preeminent male stars of all time, James Cagney was also an accomplished dancer and easily played light comedy.
James Cagney. Actor: Angels with Dirty Faces. One of Hollywood's preeminent male stars of all time, James Cagney was also an accomplished dancer and easily played light comedy.
May 29, 2024 · James Cagney (born July 17, 1899, New York, New York, U.S.—died March 30, 1986, Stanfordville, New York) was an American actor who was noted for his versatility in musicals, comedies, and crime dramas.
Mar 31, 1986 · James Cagney, whose feisty, finger-jabbing portrayals of the big city tough guy helped create a new breed of Hollywood superstar--but won his only Oscar playing a song-and-dance man--died Easter...
Jul 15, 2023 · Tour our photo gallery featuring Cagney’s 20 greatest film performances, ranked worst to best. 20. LADY KILLER (1933) Fired theater usher Dan Quigley (Cagney) finds success with a group of con...
Jul 18, 2016 · The where was supposed to be a grillroom table in Manhattan made famous by a James Cagney tantrum (the old-time movie star, known for two-fisted toughness, cracked it with a single blow). The...
Nov 18, 2022 · Maybe you look a thorny problem in the eye, shove a grapefruit in its face and say, “Just tell me where to stand!”. As with any iconic figure, certain myths exist about James Cagney. His authenticity didn’t require angst and suffering as an actor.
James Francis Cagney, Jr. (July 17, 1899 – March 30, 1986) was an American film actor. Although he won acclaim and major awards for a wide variety of roles, he is best remembered for playing "tough guys".
Jun 8, 2018 · James Cagney (1899-1986) inaugurated a new film persona, a city boy with a staccato rhythm who was the first great archetype in the American talking picture. He was a true icon, and his essential integrity illuminated and deepened even the most depraved of the characters he portrayed.
