The TV actor James Arness passed away at age 88, impressive.
Biography - A Short Wiki
Portrayed the role of Marshall Dillon on TV’s Gunsmoke for twenty years, a role that John Wayne declined and recommended for Arness according to urban legend.
He married first wife Virginia Chapman in 1948. The couple divorced in 1960. He had two sons and daughter. His younger brother, Peter Graves, was also an actor.
How did James Arness die?
Natural Causes caused James Arness' death in 2011.
| Cause of death | Natural Causes |
|---|---|
| Age of death | 88 years |
| Profession | Tv Actor |
| Birthday | May 26, 1923 |
| Death date | June 3, 2011 |
| Place of death | Brentwood, Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Place of burial | N/A |
Quotes
I watch television all the time, mostly PBS and old movies like ‘The Quiet Man,’ my favorite Wayne movie. It’s marvelous. I just loved the man and still do.
James Arness
The kids don’t really have any part of my television life. Fortunately, there aren’t many times when show business intrudes on our family existence.
James Arness
I had a wonderful life and was blessed with so many loving people and great friends.
James Arness
I had the pleasure of knowing Ronald Reagan before he became Governor of California. He was a truly great human being and we usually spent our time together reminiscing about mutual friends.
James Arness
I was honored to have served in the Army for my country. I was at Anzio during WWII, and it makes you realize how very precious life is.
James Arness
