James Broderick

TV Actor

Birthday March 7, 1927

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Charlestown, NH

DEATH DATE Nov 1, 1982 (55)

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About

American actor who was best known for his role as Doug Lawrence in the television series Family from 1976 to 1980. He also acted in the films Alice's Restaurant and Dog Day Afternoon.

Before Fame

He was studying pre-med at school when he first auditioned for a role in the production, George Bernard Shaw's Arms and the Man.

Trivia

He was nominated for an Emmy Award in the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series category in 1978 for his role in Family.

Family Life

He was married to Patricia Broderick, and they had two children.

Associated With

He is the father of the Ferris Bueller's Day Off star, Matthew Broderick.