James Arness
TV Actor

James Arness Net Worth

James Arness was an American actor born on May 26, 1923 in Minneapolis, MN. He is best known for his role as Marshall Dillon on the long-running TV series Gunsmoke, which he played for twenty years. According to urban legend, the role was originally offered to John Wayne, who declined and recommended Arness for the part.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day May 26, 1923
Birth Place Minneapolis, MN
Age 97 YEARS OLD
Died On Jun 3, 2011 (age 88)
Birth Sign Gemini

💰 Net worth: $10 Million (2024)

About

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.

Before Fame

He spent time as a courier for a jewelry wholesaler while attending high school.

Trivia

He was featured on the television show, Gunsmoke.

Family Life

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. 

Associated With

He was a close friend of actor John Wayne.

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