Jim Backus
TV Actor

Jim Backus Net Worth

Jim Backus was an American actor born on February 25, 1913 in Cleveland, OH. He was best known for his role as millionaire Thurston Howell III on TV's Gilligan's Island and as James Dean's character's father in Rebel Without a Cause. He was a prolific actor, appearing in over 200 films and television shows throughout his career.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day February 25, 1913
Birth Place Cleveland, OH
Age 107 YEARS OLD
Died On Jul 3, 1989 (age 76)
Birth Sign Pisces

💰 Net worth: $76 Million (2024)

About

Played the role of millionaire Thurston Howell III on TV's Gilligan's Island and James Dean's character's father in Rebel Without a Cause.

Before Fame

He was expelled from the Kentucky Military Institute for riding a horse through the cafeteria.

Trivia

He is most famous for voicing Mr. Magoo.

Family Life

He married Henny Backus in 1943 and was with her until his death in 1989.

Associated With

He and Joan Davis played a married couple on the TV comedy series I Married Joan.

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