About James Parnell
Lived 1923 – 1961 (aged 38). James Parnell was an actor, film actor, stage actor and television actor.
Life and career Parnell was born in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the son of Effie and Emory Parnell, a vaudeville performer. He had a brother, Charles Parnell. He also performed on stage plays. He also guest-starred in television programs including Bonanza, The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp, 77 Sunset Strip, Tombstone Territory, Mr. Lucky, The Real McCoys, Leave It to Beaver, Have Gun, Will Travel and Bat Masterson.
Death Parnell died of cardiac arrest on December 27, 1961 in North Hollywood, California, at the age of 38.
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Who was James Parnell?
American film and television actor
When was James Parnell born?
James Parnell was born on 9 October 1923 in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
When did James Parnell die?
James Parnell died on 27 December 1961 in North Hollywood, California.
What was James Parnell's occupation?
James Parnell was an actor, film actor, stage actor and television actor.
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· DBpedia: James Parnell (actor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Parnell. https://biography.guide/james-parnell/
MLA: "James Parnell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-parnell/.
Chicago: "James Parnell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-parnell/.
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