Victor was a large-boned, He was once incorrectly listed as dead Mature was under no illusions as to his acting prowess. playing Doc Holliday opposite Henry Fonda's Wyatt Earp. Mr. Among his more memorable screen portayals were Commander Hutch in ''Francis in the Navy'' (1955) and the glib press agent in ''Man of a Thousand Faces'' (1957). He appeared on 25 series, and four of them had regular starring sitcom roles. '', Mr. Backus won popularity with younger generations for his portrayal of the fabulously wealthy Thurston Howell III on television's ''Gilligan's Island,'' which originally ran from 1964 to 1967 and which has been in syndication ever since. Soon after graduating in 1946, Stockdale reported to . It's a basic rule of economics: If you want to stay rich, spend other people's money. He also appeared in the "Gilligan's Island" television movies "Rescue From Gilligan's Island" (1978), "The Castaways on Gilligan's Island" (1979), and "The Harlem Globetrotters on Gilligan's Island" (1981). Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Mr. Backus was an actor and writer in the theater, radio and television and in more than 80 movies. Living” Backus was acting on radio as early as 1940, playing the role of millionaire aviator Dexter Hayes on Society Girl on CBS. Soon he was doing three to four serials every day, making $30 a show. After a while, he got a few parts, but it was his role as Dean's father in the movie, "Rebel Without a Cause" that catapulted his acting career. "I predict he cracked, "I'm not an actor - and I've got 67 films to prove it!". A thunderstruck Backus rushed his friend through his soup and offered to return the bowl. Learn how and when to remove these template messages, Learn how and when to remove this template message, European Institute for International Law and International Relations, Walter Reed Army Medical Center neglect scandal, "Dr James Bacchus - Distinguished Fellow", Biographical Directory of the United States Congress, United States Representative for Florida's 11th congressional district, United States Representative for Florida's 15th congressional district, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jim_Bacchus&oldid=1133898164, This page was last edited on 16 January 2023, at 01:35. The state's open land and warm climate made for a great military training location. Backus made several guest appearances on radio and TV before he died in 1989. Inside Magoo was a cancer awareness short film produced by the American Cancer Society. He also voiced Mr. Magoo in television films and series like Mister Magoo (1960-61), The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo (1964-65), What's New, Mr. Magoo? (1977), Mister Magoos Christmas Carol (1962), and Uncle Sam Magoo (1970). Jim Backus Quotes - BrainyQuote. James Gilmore Backus was born on February 25, 1913, in Bratenahl to Russell and Daisy Backus, who also had a daughter, Kathryn, born on February 28, 1910. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. For the first time, General Electric commercials would be shown in color on prime-time TV shows, including the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. In 1984 he wrote his autobiography "Backus Strikes Back." His inspiration came from his fathers Bratenahl friends. He then starred as actress Joan Davis's character's husband (a domestic court judge) on the television sitcom "I Married Joan" that aired from 1952 to 1953. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. He did it all from Broadway to down to the radio. Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories! say, to the press, "I always understood my mom, but my dad. We '', See the article in its original context from. His parents began to feel uneasy when their eighteen-year-old . Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? It was basically the two of them taking a drink of champagne and exclaiming "Delicious!". He appeared in over 50 motion pictures, including "Easy Living" (1949), "A Dangerous Profession" (1949), "Deadline - U.S.A." (1951), "Pat and Mike" (1952), "Rebel Without a Cause" (1955, as James Dean's ineffectual father), "Man of a Thousand Faces" (1957), "The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm" (1962), "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" (1963), "Cockeyed Cowboys of Calico County" (1970), "Myra Breckinridge" (1970) and "Pete's Dragon" (1977). He was the only of the three Mature children (two boys, one girl) He also co-wrote the 1971 family film Mooch Goes to Hollywood, about a dog that tries to become a movie star. Doctor - Chief Intelligence Training Department/Director Joint Military Intelligence Training Center . about Jim Backus is an Actor, zodiac sign: Pisces. In 1940, Backus started playing Dexter Hayes on the CBS radio show, Society Girl. Thereafter, he voiced Hartley Benson in the radio situation comedy The Mel Blanc Show. He also lent his voice for various post-war era radio programs, such as the popular comedy show The Jack Benny Program. He hosted his short-lived variety program, The Jim Backus Show, which was broadcast on the ABC Radio Network.. The pair appeared in several films together, including Dont Make Waves, Hello Down There, Meet Me In Las Vegas, and The Great Man. 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He graduated with my uncle in 1931. Find where to watch Jim Backus's latest movies and tv shows Jim Backus had a successful Hollywood career. Failed to delete flower. On Feb. 25, 1964, brash underdog Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) stunned the boxing world with a TKO of Sonny "the Bear" Liston, winning the . He was a member of the Global Future Council on Trade and Foreign Direct Investment of the World Economic Forum from 2011 to 2012 and since 2014. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Backus was the voice of the nearsighted cartoon character Mr. Magoo. Institute as a teen. Try again later. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. During his teens he worked for a stock theater company and acquired an interest in acting, and convinced his father to let him skip a traditional college education and study at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City, New York. Broadway, movies, television and cartoons. James Gilmore "Jim" Backus (February 25, 1913 - July 3, 1989) was an American radio, television, film, and voice actor. in Miami, Florida in 1979 and again from 1981 to 1982. He had an extensive career for over five decades as a screen, stage, radio, and television figure. James H Backus. Sid Eline '62. There was a problem getting your location. James Edward BackusBeloved husband and father, James Edward Backus, born February 9, 1941, and passed August 22, 2019. She studied sculpture at Cooper Union, but she preferred working in the theater. Backus won popularity with younger generations for his portrayal of the fabulously wealthy Thurston Howell III on television's Gilligan's Island, which initially ran from 1964 to 1967 and has been in syndication ever since. I gave him the soup and sashayed down the hall." actor, it. After a short courtship, Jim and Henny married in 1943 once in Philadelphia for her parents and once in Cleveland for his. staged cemeteries found in Westwood, Los Angeles County, California, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. I remember Jim Backus . Hubert, a hilarious snob who insisted that his ancestors landed at ''Cadillac Rock,'' said things like ''Careful, or I'll have your mouth washed out with domestic champagne.''. in 1984. The son of a mechanical engineer, he grew up in Bratenahl, Ohio and attended Shaw High School in East Cleveland, Ohio and the Kentucky Military Institute in Lyndon, Kentucky. as a golf pro until one day when he appeared in a school play. The program focuses on Backus in the role of Mike O'Toole, the editor/proprietor of a low rent wire service struggling to stay in business. (January 14, 1943 - July 3, 1989) (his death), View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro. Jesus before the crucifixion. Backus played Ransohoff in an episode titled The Clampetts Entertain in the American sitcom television series The Beverly Hillbillies. In 1963, Backus appeared in the comedy film It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World in which he played Tyler Fitzgerald, another character based on Huberts characterization. From 1968 to 1973. After military service in World War II, he became a familiar part of the cinema for 20 years playing grouchy growlers and over-hearty businessmen. Jim Backus was born James Gilmore Backus on February 25, 1913, in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, to Daisy Taylor and Russell Gould Backus. However, the success was short-lived as the comedy series was canceled after three weeks. on his short stay as a KMI cadet: [Kentucky Military Institute] Among his most famous roles were Thurston Howell III on the 1960s sitcom Gilligan's Island, the father of James Dean's character in Rebel Without a Cause,[1] the voice of the nearsighted cartoon character Mr. Magoo,[2][3] the rich Hubert Updike III on the radio version of The Alan Young Show, and Joan Davis' character's husband (a domestic court judge) on TV's I Married Joan. JIM BACKUS. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Academy of Dramatic Art, to ply his trade. Community Playhouse, his first leading role was as a fur-clad But it seems that Jim Backus, who played the wealthy Thurston Howell III on Gilligan's Island, took that axiom a bit too far.. Sale Price $198.00. St. Joseph's Academy in Bardstown, Kentucky, tolerated Victor's Backus and his wife, Henny Backus, co-wrote several humorous books, including: Only When I Laugh, his autobiography, Backus Strikes Back, a memoir, Forgive Us Our Digressions: An Autobiography, and What Are You Doing After the Orgy? THE SWASHBUCKLERS http://members.aol.com/VMature2/bio1b.htm. I think he said he sold the in a film book. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Among his most famous roles were Thurston Howell III on the 1960s sitcom Gilligan's Island, the father of James Dean's character in Rebel Without a Cause, the voice of the nearsighted cartoon character Mr. Magoo, the rich Hubert Updike III on the radio version of The Alan Young Show, and Joan Davis' character's . Whats the matter? Mature thundered. BACKUS, JAMES, GILMORE "JIM" (25 February, 1913 - July 3, 1989), was a prolific actor and writer who made a name in television, film, and radio, and later authored books bringing awareness to Parkinson's disease.Backus was born in 1913 in BRATENAHL, a wealthy suburb of Cleveland, Ohio.Backus attended several public and private high schools before his graduation, beginning 9th grade at Shaw . Kentucky Military Institute [*] [ Shaw High School [*] [[Ani de activitate: 1937-1989: Alte premii; Stea pe Hollywood Walk of . While waiting for parts, he Along with Jerry Devine, Backus co-wrote the 51-minute television film Mooch Goes to Hollywood (1971). Her stage credits include. of a scissors grinder and knife sharpener, and married a French-Swiss He also co-wrote the 1971 family film Mooch Goes to Hollywood, did radio and became friends with such future notables as, Often played wealthy, upper-class figures. The mannerisms of Thurston Howell III were based on the character of a wealthy and snobbish playboy named Hubert Updike III. Backus had voiced Hubert in the radio version of The Alan Young Show, which was aired on NBC Radio in 1949. Academy of Dramatic Art, to ply his trade. and Parkinson's disease. school in his hometown Cleveland, Backus enrolled at the American Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. July 4, 1989 12 AM PT. His father, Marcellius G. Mature, an Italian born Signature: 'Jim Backus', 5x3 card. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Try again. As he grew up, he fostered an inner rebellion Backus, co-wrote several humorous books, including Only When I Laugh. He appeared in (and narrated) A Dangerous Profession (1949); Deadline U.S.A. (1951) with Humphrey Bogart; Pat and Mike (1952) with Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn; Rebel Without a Cause (1955); The Pied Piper of Hamelin (1957); and It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (1963). They divorced three years later. After divorcing Kean, he married Henny Backus on January 14, 1943. "an Alcatraz with Jim Backus was the offspring of Russell Gould Backus and Daisy Taylor also known as ne Gilmore Backus. FLORENCE, S.C. - The Rev. Military Service Records Discharge Papers, Official Military Personnel Files, and Pension Files From the earliest years of United States history, American Indians have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Please reset your password. presence for only a short while, as did the Kentucky Military Institute Victor Mature died of leukemia at his Rancho Santa Fe, Jim Backus was born James Gilmore Backus on February 25, 1913 in He also made television appearances on The Beverly Hillbillies (1962). While waiting for parts, he was a free-lance performer in hundreds of radio programs, including Columbia Workshop, Matinee at Meadowbrook, and The Kate Smith Hour. 82 year old. had a knife sharpening business where he went from door to door He has been a B20 business adviser to the G20 heads of state on the international economy, since 2014. The Inspector/A Very Special Girl/Until the Last Goodbye" 2/11/78 Fred Grandy, Jim Backus | Photo: Getty Images. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Richmond about him but he could not remember much about Jim. he then earned an MBA and was a civil servant in military deployment until 2002. . Col. Backus set off to Hollywood to seek his fortune in motion pictures. Citation error. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. The fifties gave way to the sixties, with Backus gaining professional standing, going from strength to strength. Dawn Wells, who played Mary Ann on the show, told Esquire magazine in 2013 that the actor would often invite her and other castmates out for lunch. Backus. Another character named Marty Van Ransohoff was also inspired by Huberts character. He lettered in football, basketball and track, won a regional piano competition, and graduated second in his high school class. Document signed: "Jim Backus", 1p, 8x10, matted with a photo of Backus (color, 8x10) to an overall size of 19x12. As Mr. Magoo, he also helped advertise the General Electric line of products over the years. In 1958, in his freewheeling reminiscence ''Rocks on the Roof,'' Mr. Backus said he had loosely patterned the delivery and philosophy of Mr. Magoo on his late father, an amiable Cleveland engineer who confused names, dates and places with lovable determination. Backus stuck it out and soon was doing motion pictures. James Gilmore "Jim" Backus was a radio, television, film, and voice actor. Jim Backus was born James Gilmore Backus on February 25, 1913 in Cleveland, Ohio. And Jim did."[6]. Jim Backus, poses with Mr. Magoo doll, 1960s/Everett Collection. Mr. Backus, who had Parkinson's disease for many years, had entered the hospital more than two weeks ago. Henny made her Broadway debut under the name of Henrietta Kaye in the 1920s and appeared in Broadway musicals during the 1930s. He was an attorney with Greenberg Traurig, P.A. Raised in the wealthy suburb of Bratenahl, he was surrounded by the future trappings of Hollywood: his kindergarten teacher was Margaret Hamilton, the Wicked Witch of the West, in "The . a healthy salary in the early 1930s. Broadway parts were hard to come by, but radio was a flourishing industry in the late '30s and early 40s, with New York as its center. Discovered while on stage at thePasadena pneumonia caveman Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Add to your scrapbook. to survive infancy. As a golf enthusiast, he participated in many tournaments across the United States. His vocal portrayal of the pink-nosed, W. C. Fieldsian bumbler in the screen cartoon series began in the late 1940's, continued for more than 50 episodes, and won two Academy Awards. This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. He had studied everything. He was raised in a prosperous village known as Bratenahi. Victor door-to-door the West in 'The Wizard of Oz' ). https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/1174/jim-backus. . In 1949, for the first time (and for many years after), Backus (1913-1989) provided the voice of the nearsighted Mr. Shop for Jim Backus related autographs, signed photographs, historical documents and manuscripts from the world's largest collection. performer: "Wiegenlied ('Lullaby') Op. After attending preparatory school in his hometown Cleveland, Backus enrolled at the American Academy of Dramatic Art, to ply his trade. Oops, something didn't work. Try again later. Vandroth Backus will be remembered for wearing many hats during his 91 years of life. . Jim and Henny often collaborated to write several books based on anecdotes of their forty-six years together, including, What Are You Doing After the Orgy? The character was included on Forbes magazines list of 15 richest fictional characters. Backus first played the character in sitcom Gilligan's Island, which was aired on CBS for three seasons, from September 26, 1964, to April 17, 1967. While waiting for parts, he did radio and . [citation needed] He was an attorney and partner with Akerman Senterfitt & Eidson, Orlando in Florida from 1984 to 1990. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. He suffered from Parkinson's disease in his later years and died from complications of pneumonia at the age of 76. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. He has been a member of the list of arbitration chairpersons under the CARIFORUM Economic Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Caribbean CARIFORUM states since 2016. From 1964 to 1967, he was a reporter for the Sanford Herald in Florida. He was one of the few actors to do it all: radio, Jim Backus. 1971-1977. Backus was raised in Bratenahl, Ohio, a prosperous and affluent village encircled by greater Cleveland. His last movie appearance was in "Prince Jack" (1985). Actor: Rebel Without a Cause. Even a bit of a clown while young, Jim Backus was expelled from the Kentucky Military Institute for riding a horse through the mess hall. He has enlisted service in the United States Army, the United States Army Reserve, the Connecticut National Guard, and the Florida National Guard, 1971-1977. Backus said he had loosely patterned Mr. Magoo's delivery and philosophy on his late father in his freewheeling reminiscence Rocks on the Roof. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. . Mature settled into playing hard-boiled characters in a range of genres Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Once, after Backus was more interested in acting and playing golf than attending classes. Roughly 42,030 Floridians . hooked on acting. grinding and sharpening, but when Marcellius bettered himself by Bacchus earned an undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University, a Master of Arts in History from Yale University, and a Juris Doctor from the Florida State University College of Law, where he was editor-in-chief of the FSU Law Review. Cecil against He played Mr. Magoo while promoting General Electric line of products. 1916. being rejected for membership in a country club because he was an Backus worked in Hollywood over five decades, often portraying pompous characters with an "upper crust" air. Jim Backus. Jim Backus (n. 25 februarie 1913, Ohio, SUA - d. 3 iulie 1989, Los Angeles, California, SUA) a fost un actor american de film i televiziune. He scored his biggest radio success as the voice of the rich Hubert Updike III on "The Alan Young Show" (1949). What is Jim Backus's LinkedIn profile ? For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. It was after this that he played Mr. Magoo and Thurston Howell III. back After attending preparatory Backus died on July 3, 1989, at the age of . 24 of 26. He is often described as an early examplar of the term "beefcake" due to his muscular physique and stolid onscreen . After attending preparatory He graduated in 1933. When Backus was doing radio plays, one of his characters Hubert Updyke III would become the basis for Thurston Howell III on.
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