Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
St. Simons Island, Georgia, USA
Height
188 cm (6'2")
Nationality
Weight
105 kg (231 lbs)
Languages
English
Children
5 children
Education
Syracuse University, Manhasset Secondary School
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Popularity
Tier B -- 75,284 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 50 years (1964-2014)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 27
Fred Williamson →
Year context
Born in 1936 -- Berlin Olympics; Jesse Owens wins four gold medals; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Notable
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
61
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Filmography (27)
AWARDS (3)
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USILA First Team All-American
1957
WON
B
USILA Second Team All-American
1956
WON
B
Pro Football Hall of Fame
WON
Biography
Jim Brown (February 17, 1936 – May 18, 2023) was an American professional football player and actor. He is best known for his exceptional and record-setting nine-year career as a running back in the NFL with Cleveland Browns from 1957 to 1965. In 2002, he was named by Sporting News as the greatest professional football player ever. He is considered to be one of the greatest American professional athletes ever. He also starred in several films, including He’s Got Game and Any Given Sunday.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Jim Brown?
Jim Brown was born on and passed away on at the age of 87.
Where was Jim Brown born?
Jim Brown was born in St. Simons Island, Georgia, USA.
What movies or shows has Jim Brown been in?
Jim Brown has 27 credits in our database. Notable titles include I Am Ali (2014), The Black Candle (2009), Pete Seeger: The Power of Song (2007), She Hate Me (2004), Jim Brown: All-American (2002).
What is Jim Brown known for?
Jim Brown is primarily known as an actor. Jim Brown (February 17, 1936 – May 18, 2023) was an American professional football player and actor. He is best known for his exceptional and…
Where can I find more information about Jim Brown?
You can find more about Jim Brown on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
