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James Dean

Photo: In-house publicity still, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Actor

James Dean

American actor (1931 to 1955)

James Dean was born on February 8, 1931 and died on September 30, 1955, aged 24.

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Born
February 8, 1931, Marion
Died
September 30, 1955
Zodiac sign
Aquarius
Country
United States
Known as
Actor

Official links: Official website (jamesdean.com) · Wikipedia

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James’s birthday, by the numbers

  • James Dean was born on a Sunday.
  • James Dean would have turned 95 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: August 8. Birthstone: Amethyst.
  • James Dean belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

Age gaps

Born within weeks of James

William ShatnerActor · March 22, 1931Robert DuvallActor · January 5, 1931James Earl JonesActor · January 17, 1931Sam CookeSinger · January 22, 1931Rip TornActor · February 6, 1931Lucia BoseActor · January 28, 1931

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Frequently asked questions

When was James Dean born?

James Dean was born on February 8, 1931 and died on September 30, 1955, aged 24.

What is James Dean’s zodiac sign?

Aquarius, born February 8.

Does James Dean have an official website?

Yes: jamesdean.com.