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Dennis James

Actor
Born August 24, 1917Died June 3, 1997 (79 years)
Dennis James was an American television personality, philanthropist, and commercial spokesman. Up until 1976, he had appeared on TV more times and for a longer period than any other television star. Often referred to as "The Dean of Game Show Hosts", he is credited as the host of television's first network game show, the DuMont Network's Cash and Carry (1946). James was also the first person to host a telethon, the first to appear in a television commercial, first to emcee a variety show, and first to appear on video tape; over 25 "firsts" in all.

Filmography

1996
The Method · as Dean Harrison
1983
Oh Madeline (TV Series) · as Gibbons
1982
Rocky III · as Wrestling Commentator 1
1977
Fantasy Island (TV Series) · as Beauty Pageant Announcer
1976
Rich Man, Poor Man - Book II (TV Series) · as Telethon Host
1966
Batman (TV Series) · as Chet Chumley
1963
The Farmer's Daughter (TV Series) · as M.c.
1961
The Dick Powell Show (TV Series) · as Brooks
1958
77 Sunset Strip (TV Series)
1951
1947
Kraft Television Theatre (TV Series) · as Cast

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