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Sidney James (Solomon Joel Cohen) was born on 8 May, 1913 in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, South Africa, is an actor,soundtrack. Discover Sidney James'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 63 years old?

Popular As Solomon Joel Cohen
Occupation actor,soundtrack
Age 63 years old
Zodiac Sign Taurus
Born 8 May, 1913
Birthday 8 May
Birthplace Hillbrow, Johannesburg, South Africa
Date of death 26 April, 1976
Died Place Sunderland, Tyne-and-Wear, England, UK
Nationality South Africa

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Sidney James Height, Weight & Measurements

At 63 years old, Sidney James height is 5' 8" (1.73 m) .

Physical Status
Height 5' 8" (1.73 m)
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Who Is Sidney James's Wife?

His wife is Valerie James (21 August 1952 - 26 April 1976) ( his death) ( 2 children), Meg Williams (1943 - 17 August 1952) ( divorced) ( 1 child), Berthe Sadie Delmont (12 August 1936 - 1940) ( divorced) ( 1 child)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Valerie James (21 August 1952 - 26 April 1976) ( his death) ( 2 children), Meg Williams (1943 - 17 August 1952) ( divorced) ( 1 child), Berthe Sadie Delmont (12 August 1936 - 1940) ( divorced) ( 1 child)
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Sidney James Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Sidney James worth at the age of 63 years old? Sidney James’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from South Africa. We have estimated Sidney James's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Carry on, Constable (1960)£2,500
Carry on Regardless (1961)£2,000
Carry on Cruising (1962)£4,000
Carry on Cabby (1963)£5,000
Carry On Cleo (1964)£5,000
Carry On Cowboy (1965)£5,000
Don't Lose Your Head (1967)£5,000
Carry On... Up the Khyber (1968)£4,500
Carry On Camping (1969)£5,000
Carry on Again Doctor (1969)£4,000
Carry on Up the Jungle (1970)£4,000
Carry on Loving (1970)£5,000
Carry on Henry (1971)£5,000
Carry on at Your Convenience (1971)£5,000
Carry on Matron (1972)£5,000
Carry on Abroad (1972)£3,500
Carry on Girls (1973)£5,000
Carry on Dick (1974)£5,000

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1739

Although he was 61 years when he played Dick Turpin in Carry on Dick (1974), Turpin was only 33 when he was hanged on April 7, 1739.

1937

His daughter with his first wife was called Elizabeth and was born in December 1937.

1939

In 1939 he joined the Witwatersrand Rifles in South Africa. When General Smuts formed an entertainment unit for the South African forces Sid became the producer for the shows. Afterwards he joined Gwen Ffrangcon -Davies' company playing leading roles in such as' The Wind of Heaven' and 'A Month in the Country'.

1946

The star of the Carry On series of films, Sid James originally came to prominence as sidekick to the ground breaking British comedy actor Tony Hancock, on both radio and then television. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa and named Solomon Joel Cohen, James arrived in England in 1946, second wife in tow, having served with the South African Army during World War 2. By now an aspiring actor, James claimed to have boxed in his youth, perhaps to explain his craggy features, but was certainly a well respected hairdresser in his native country. Known in the trade as "one take James", he became a very talented and professional actor, constantly in demand for small parts in British post-war cinema.

1955

He died only one day after Carol Reed, who directed him in both A Kid for Two Farthings (1955) and Trapeze (1956).

1956

Was the regular sidekick-cum-bête noir of Tony Hancock throughout the six series of the radio series "Hancock's Half Hour". Likewise, became Hancock's regular pal in the TV series Hancock's Half Hour (1956), until the final series when Hancock decided it was getting too much like a double act.

1958

Was friends with Laurence Harvey until they worked on Silent Enemy, The - 1958 (1958) together. According to the book "A Biography Of Sid James", James was offered the role of Chief Petty Officer Thorpe on the recommendation of Harvey, but their friendship ended during the filming. He found Harvey to be "pompous and full of his own importance".

1960

In 1960 James debuted in the fourth of the Carry On films, taking the lead role in Carry on, Constable (1960) and went on to appear in a further 18 Carry On films as well as various stage and television spin-offs. Reputed not to have got on with Carry On co-star Kenneth Williams, the two often played adversaries on-screen, notably in the historical parodies Carry On. . .

1963

He has two roles in common with Richard Burton: (1) Burton played Mark Antony in Cleopatra (1963) while James played him in Carry On Cleo (1964) and (2) Burton played King Henry VIII of England in Anne of the Thousand Days (1969) while James played him in Carry on Henry VIII (1971). In both cases, James wore the costume which had originally been worn by Burton.

1965

His favourite Carry On film was Carry On Cowboy (1965).

1966

Was supposed to play Detective Sergeant Sidney Bung in Carry on Screaming! (1966), but was unavailable, being committed to being in the 'Babes in the Wood' pantomime at the London Palladium.. The role went to Harry H. Corbett.

1967

An addiction to gambling played a large part in James' workaholic schedule and subsequent heart attack in 1967.

He was soon back in action however, playing a hospital patient in Carry on Doctor (1967), able to spend most of the film in bed.

1968

Up the Khyber (1968) and Don't Lose Your Head (1967). James however was respected and revered by almost everyone he worked with and contrary to popular myth, a true gentleman.

1971

He was considered for Willy Wonka in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971).

1973

Had an affair with "Carry On..." series star Barbara Windsor from 1973 until his death in 1976. Their life together is chronicled in the movie Cor, Blimey! (2000). Windsor was an advisor to the cast.

1975

Was unable to appear in Carry on Behind (1975), as he was touring Australia for a theatrical production of "The Mating Season".

1991

His son, Steve James is a musician and sound technician who appeared on Fortran 5's debut album "Blues", in October 1991. The song "Bike" heavily sampled Sid's voice and distinctive laugh. Also, Sidney James' portrait appears on the album cover. Stephen's mother is Sid's third wife, Valerie.