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James Drury: American actor; oil and natural gas business (1934–2020).
Born (died at age 85).
James Drury has 13 credits in our database.
The name James means one who follows.
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James Child Drury Jr. (April 18, 1934 – April 6, 2020) was an American actor. He is best known for having played the title role in the 90-minute weekly Western television series The Virginian, which was broadcast on NBC from 1962 to 1971.
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How old was James Drury?
James Drury was born on and passed away on at the age of 85.
What movies or shows has James Drury been in?
James Drury has 13 credits in our database. Notable titles include Maverick (1994), Firehouse (1974), The Young Warriors (1967), The Virginian (1962), Ride the High Country (1962).
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You can find more about James Drury on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.