James Cagney FAVORITE MOMENTS The films that made James Cagney a star are and stills a great showcase for his magnetism. James Francis Cagney Jr. was an American actor, dancer and film director. On stage and in film, he was known for his consistently energetic performances, distinctive vocal style, and deadpan comic timing. He won acclaim and major awards for a wide variety of performances. Born: July 17, 1899, Lower East Side, New York, United States Died: March 30, 1986, Stanfordville, New Yor

Remembering James 'Jimmy' Cagney, born today in 1899. The Christopher Walken of his day, he played everything from sparkling light comedy to seething gangster drama and - at heart a song and dance man - could take the stairs like no one else. | Vintage Geek

Born on July 17, 1899, in New York City, James Cagney rose to become one of Hollywood’s most iconic leading men. Gaining fame in the 1930s, he delivered unforgettable performances in classics such as The Public Enemy (1931) and Angels with Dirty Faces (1938), helping to define the golden age of gangster films. Beyond his tough-guy persona, Cagney amazed audiences with his remarkable dancing talent—most famously in Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942), which earned him an Academy Award. His natural charism