James Gleason

For other individuals with the same name, see James Gleason (disambiguation).

James Gleason
Gleason in Meet John Doe (1941)
Born
James Austin Gleason

(1882-05-23)May 23, 1882
New York City, U.S.
DiedApril 12, 1959(1959-04-12) (aged 76)
Woodland Hills, California, U.S.
Occupations
  • Actor
  • playwright
  • screenwriter
Years active1914–1959
Spouse
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(m. 1905; died 1947)​
ChildrenRussell Gleason

James Austin Gleason (May 23, 1882 – April 12, 1959) was an American actor, playwright and screenwriter born in New York City.[1] Gleason often portrayed "tough-talking, world-weary guys with a secret heart-of-gold."[2]

  1. ^ Obituary Variety, April 15, 1959, page 159.
  2. ^ "James Gleason | Biography, Movie Highlights and Photos".