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James Farentino (Ferdinand James Ferrantino) was born on 24 February, 1938 in Brooklyn, New York, USA, is an actor. Discover James Farentino's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 74 years old?
| Popular As |
Ferdinand James Ferrantino |
| Occupation |
actor |
| Age |
74 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Pisces |
| Born |
24 February, 1938 |
| Birthday |
24 February |
| Birthplace |
Brooklyn, New York, USA |
| Date of death |
24 January, 2012 |
| Died Place |
Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Nationality |
United States
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He is a member of famous Actor with the age 74 years old group.
James Farentino Height, Weight & Measurements
At 74 years old, James Farentino height is 5' 11" (1.8 m) .
| Physical Status |
| Height |
5' 11" (1.8 m) |
| Weight |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
Who Is James Farentino's Wife?
His wife is Stella Farentino (3 August 1994 - 24 January 2012) ( his death), Debrah Farentino (15 June 1985 - 1988) ( divorced), Michele Lee (20 February 1966 - 22 June 1983) ( divorced) ( 1 child), Elizabeth Ashley (1 September 1962 - 21 April 1965) ( divorced)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Stella Farentino (3 August 1994 - 24 January 2012) ( his death), Debrah Farentino (15 June 1985 - 1988) ( divorced), Michele Lee (20 February 1966 - 22 June 1983) ( divorced) ( 1 child), Elizabeth Ashley (1 September 1962 - 21 April 1965) ( divorced) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
James Farentino Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is James Farentino worth at the age of 74 years old? James Farentino’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated James Farentino's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Actor |
James Farentino Social Network
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Timeline
He was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie, but the award was instead won by rival actor Howard Da Silva (1909-1986). Farentino next found a notable recurring role in the soap opera "Dynasty" as psychiatrist Dr. Nick Toscanni. Originally introduced as an old friend of protagonist Blake Carrington (played John Forsythe), Carrington was eventually revealed as a secret enemy of Carrington who held a grudge against him. Toscanni's vengeful plots were among the main subplots of the series' second season, but he was then written out.
He was frequently cast in guest-star roles in television through the 1950s and 1960s.
Alumnus of the AADA (American Academy of Dramatic Arts), Class of 1958.
His first recurring role was that of lawyer Neil Darrell in the legal drama "The Bold Ones: The Lawyers" (1968-1972). He appeared in 19 of the series' 29 episodes.
He was awarded the 1973 Joseph Jefferson Award for Best Guest Artist for his performance in the play, "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", at the Arlington Park Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.
James Farentino was an American actor, with many appearances in film and television. He is better known for playing fisherman and apostle Simon Peter in the miniseries "Jesus of Nazareth" (1977), and revenge-seeking psychiatrist Dr. Nick Toscanni in the soap opera "Dynasty".
Farentino found critical acclaim in his role as Simon Peter in "Jesus of Nazareth" (1977.
He played the role of Toscanni from 1981 to 1982. Farentino was born in Brooklyn, New York City. He studied drama and acting in a Catholic school.
In the 1990s, Farentino continued working an an actor, but he gained more notoriety for his personal life.
In 1991 he was arrested for cocaine possession, and in 1993 he was charged with stalking his former girlfriend Tina Sinatra. Later he had a troubled marriage with his fourth wife Stella Farentino.
Married in 1994 to fourth wife, actress Stella Farentino, Stella filed for divorce in 1998 due to "irreconcilable differences," but later withdrew her petition. James himself then filed for divorce in January 2001, also due to "irreconcilable differences").
In the 2000s, Farentino entered retirement from acting, due to health problems.
In 2003, after a long down period, he received rave reviews on the L.A. stage playing a Russ Meyer-like porn producer in "Boy Gets Girl".
In 2010, Farentino was arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor battery, because he tried to physically remove a man from his house. Farentino was briefly held by the Los Angeles Police Department. He was released after posting a 20,000 dollars bond.
In January 2012, Farentino died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. His death was caused from complications due to a right hip fracture.
