Updated Feb 20, 2026
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(Sunday)
Died
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Languages
English
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < Latin < Ancient Greek < Hebrew (יַעֲקֹב)
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James E. Myers: American songwriter (1919–2001).
Born (died at age 81).
James E. Myers has 1 credits in our database.
The name James means one who follows.
Filmography (1)
Biography
James Edward Myers (October 26, 1919 – May 10, 2001) was an American songwriter, music publisher, actor, director, producer, and raconteur. Myers is best known as the credited co-writer of "Rock Around the Clock" for which he used the pseudonym "Jimmy DeKnight". Myers is credited as co-writer, with Max C. Freedman, though doubt has been cast as to whether Myers actually participated in the writing of the song.
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James E. Myers has 1 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Fabulous Bastard from Chicago (1969).
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