James Garner known for his portrayal of the fast drawing but cowardly gambler Bret Maverick passed away on Saturday July 19, 2014. Garner was an American treasure and succeeded in both TV and films. Considered a man's man on the screen Garner was a pussycat according to his wife, daughter and his many friends. Jim is remember for his portrayal of Bret Maverick on the long running TV series 'Maverick' [1957-1962] and 'The Rockford Files' [1974-1980] also for such film roles as "The Great Escape" [1963], "Grand Prix" [1966], "Duel at Diablo" [1966], "Support Your Local Sheriff" [1969], "Support Your Local Gunfighter" [1971], "Victor Victoria" [1982] and "Space Cowboy" [2000]. Garner replaced Tommy Lee Jones as Captain Woodrow Call in "The Streets of Laredo" [1999]. He made only one Euro-western "A Man Called Sledge" [1970] as outlaw leader Luther Sledge. An American Icon we won't see the likes of again.
Very sad news.
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ReplyDeleteI can't believe "Maverick" is gone. Just the other day he was this iconic cowboy actor and now he is gone. I will miss him. James Garner was one of my favorites and always will be. We miss you, Jim.
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