James Victor was an American actor best known for his roles in Stand and Deliver, Rolling Thunder, and Zorro. He was born on July 27, 1939, in Santiago, Dominican Republic, and passed away on June 20, 2016, in Hollywood, California due to heart disease.
Personal and Family Life
James Victor’s family moved to New York when he was just four years old. He worked in the mailroom of a Disney office in New York and was part of a bilingual theater group called El Nuevo Circulo Dramatico. He graduated from Haaren High School in 1958.
Career
Victor had a productive career as an actor and assistant director, featuring in both movies and television shows. His notable works include characters in films like Borderline, Boulevard Nights, and Zorro: The Legend Begins. His involvement in the entertainment industry was significant, and he left a mark through various performances.
Death and Legacy
James Victor died on June 20, 2016, in Hollywood, California. He is buried in Hollywood Forever Cemetery. He is remembered by his relatives, including his nephews and nieces, and for his contributions to the cinematic worlds of film and television.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Borderline | 1980-12-19 | Mirandez |
| Boulevard Nights | 1979-03-23 | Gil Moreno |
| Losin’ It | 1983-04-08 | Lawyer |
| Defiance | 1980-03-14 | Father Rivera |
| Second Serve | 1986-01-01 | Spaniard |
| Girl in Gold Boots | 1968-04-25 | Joey |
| Zorro: The Legend Begins | 1990-01-10 | |
| Rolling Thunder | 1977-11-02 | Lopez |
| I, Desire | 1982-11-15 | Dr. Herrera |
| Gunfighter’s Moon | 1997-05-01 | Juan Acosta |
| The Streets of L.A. | 1979-11-13 | Mr. Corona |
| Twin Detectives | 1976-05-01 | Lt. Martinez |
| Fuzz | 1972-07-14 | Patrolman Gomez |
| The Telephone | 1988-01-22 | |
| The A-Team | 1983-01-23 | Manuel |
| Hunter | 1984-09-18 | Prisoner |
| Streets of Laredo | 1995-11-12 | Gordo |
| The Magician | 1973-10-02 | Father / Artie |
| Adam-12 | 1968-09-21 | Eddie |
| Mayberry R.F.D. | 1968-09-23 | Sanchez |
| Zorro | 1990-01-05 | Sgt. Jaime Mendoza |