Happy birthday! James Pickens, Jr. turns 71 today
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James Pickens, Jr. is celebrating his 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.
Popular actor James Pickens, Jr. (The X-Files, Grey's Anatomy, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.
Pickens, Jr., a cultural icon
Born James Pickens in Cleveland on October 26, 1954, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Pickens, Jr.'s not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little James hasn't done.
And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for James Pickens, Jr. as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.
Happy Birthday, James, you're the best!
James Pickens, Jr. career in pictures
The X-Files (1993 - 2002)
Grey's Anatomy (2005 - Today)
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