James Gordon (actor)

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James Gordon
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Gordon in Sunset Jones (1921)
Born(1871-04-23)April 23, 1871
DiedMay 12, 1941(1941-05-12) (aged 70)
Years active1911-1935
Spouse(s) Mabel Van Buren

James Gordon (April 23, 1871 May 12, 1941) was an American silent film actor. He appeared in more than 120 films between 1911 and 1935. He also directed 4 films between 1913 and 1915, including the 1915 film The New Adventures of J. Rufus Wallingford . He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and died in Hollywood, California from post-surgical complications.

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