James Farentino
Actor

James Farentino Net Worth

James Farentino was an American actor born in Brooklyn, New York on February 24, 1938. He was best known for his roles in Bulletproof (1996), The Final Countdown (1980) and Dead & Buried (1981). He was married four times, to Stella Farentino, Debrah Farentino, Michele Lee and Elizabeth Ashley. He passed away on January 24, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor
Birth Day February 24, 1938
Birth Place  Brooklyn, New York, United States
Age 82 YEARS OLD
Died On January 24, 2012(2012-01-24) (aged 73)\nLos Angeles, California, U.S.
Birth Sign Pisces
Cause of death Sequelae of right hip fracture
Years active 1962-2006
Spouse(s) Elizabeth Ashley (m. 1962; div. 1965) Michele Lee (m. 1966; div. 1982) Debrah Mullowney (m. 1985; div. 1988) Stella Farentino (m. 1994; his death 2012)
Children 1

💰 Net worth: $1.7 Million (2024)

James Farentino, a renowned actor in the United States, has an estimated net worth of $1.7 million in 2024. With an impressive career spanning decades, Farentino has made a significant impact on the entertainment industry. Known for his exceptional acting skills, he has graced both the small and big screens with memorable performances, gaining immense recognition and popularity. Throughout his career, Farentino has not only showcased his talent but has also amassed a substantial fortune. His net worth serves as a testament to his successful acting career and the acknowledgment he has received from audiences and critics alike.

Biography/Timeline

1950

In the 1950s and 1960s, he performed on the stage and a few TV roles. Among his many television appearances, he guest-starred in 1964 with Efrem Zimbalist, Jr. in the episode "Super-Star" of the CBS drama series The Reporter. Early in 1967, he appeared in Barry Sullivan's NBC western series The Road West in the episode "Reap the Whirlwind". In 1969, he starred opposite Patty Duke in the film Me, Natalie. Farentino was one of the lawyers in NBC's TV series The Bold Ones (1969–1972), which also starred Burl Ives and Joseph Campanella. He made two appearances in the 1970s anthology television series Night Gallery, once with then-wife Michele Lee ("Since Aunt Ada Came to Stay"), and next with Actress Joanna Pettet ("The Girl w the Hungry Eyes"). In 1973, he appeared in the episode "The Soft, Kind Brush" of the romantic anthology series Love Story. During the 1970s, he appeared on NBC's Cool Million.

1978

In 1978, he was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Drama Special for his portrayal of Simon Peter in the miniseries Jesus of Nazareth. In 1980, Farentino starred in The Final Countdown with Kirk Douglas and Martin Sheen, and then played Juan Perón opposite Faye Dunaway's Eva Perón in the 1981 television movie Evita Perón. Farentino appeared as Frank Chaney in the short-lived 1984 ABC series Blue Thunder, based on the 1983 film of the same name, starring Roy Scheider. He starred as Dr. Nick Toscanni on the second season of Dynasty from 1982 to 1983. In the late 1990s, he appeared as the estranged father of lead character Doug Ross on ER.

1991

Farentino was arrested in Vancouver, British Columbia on July 23, 1991 after Canada Customs intercepted a package containing 3.2 grams of cocaine being sent to his hotel room. He was in town filming the TV movie Miles from Nowhere. He was charged with cocaine possession and released on bail.

1993

Farentino was charged with stalking his former girlfriend Tina Sinatra (the youngest child of Frank Sinatra) in 1993. A restraining order was issued against him after he entered a plea of nolo contendere.

2010

In 2010, Farentino was arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor battery after police were called following a citizen's arrest of the actor in his own house. Farentino was taken into custody and booked at the Los Angeles Police Department's Hollywood station before being released the following morning after posting a $20,000 bond. Police said the actor was trying to physically remove a man from his house and the man then made the citizen's arrest

2012

On January 24, 2012, Farentino died of sequelae of right hip fracture at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California following a long illness. He was 73 years old.

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