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About Jim Perry
Jim Perry’s charisma and dramatic flair helped him become one of the most popular TV personalities in the USA and Canada during the 1970s and 1980s.
Background
Perry was born in Camden, New Jersey. He played basketball while in high school and his height was an advantage for him. His height earned him the nickname “Big Jim”. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, he worked as a singer in the Special Services during the Korean War.
Career
He first appeared on TV as the host for the popular Canadian game show “Fractured Phrases. Perry also hosted other popular shows, including “Definition”, “Headline Hunters” and most popularly “$ale of the Century”. From 1967-1990, he hosted the “Miss Canada” beauty pageant.
Retirement & Personal Life
Perry wrote two non-fiction books and starred in a couple of infomercials. With his wife, June, they welcomed two children, Sean and Erin. Perry died in 2010 from cancer.
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F.A.Q. about Jim Perry
When is his birthday?
Jim Perry's birthday is on November 9, 1933.
In how many days is his birthday?
Jim's birthday is in 347 days
How old was Jim when he died?
He was 82 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 20, 2015.
How old would he be today?
Jim Perry would be 90 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Jim from?
He was born in Camden, New Jersey, U.S..