James Broderick was born on March 7, 1927 in Charlestown, New Hampshire, USA. He was an actor and director, known for Family (1976), Dog Day Afternoon (1975) and As the World Turns (1956). He was married to Patricia Broderick. He died on November 1, 1982 in New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
March 7, 1927, Charlestown, New Hampshire, United States
Died
November 1, 1982, New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Place Of Birth
Charlestown, New Hampshire, USA
Profession
Actor, Director, Soundtrack
Spouse
Patricia Broderick (m. ?–1982)
Children
Matthew Broderick, Martha Broderick, Janet Broderick Kraft
Star Sign
Pisces
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Fact
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Friends with Jason Robards. When James Broderick died, his son Matthew Broderick was making the movie "Max Dugan Returns" with Robards. Robards helped Matthew through his loss and grief.
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Graduated from the Neighborhood Playhouse in 1949.
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Served in the U.S. Navy.
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Studied at the University of New Hampshire.
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His father was of Irish descent, while his mother was of English and Irish ancestry.
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"Doug Lawrence", Broderick's character on Family (1976), was ranked #26 in TV Guide's list of the "50 Greatest TV Dads of All Time" [20 June 2004 issue].