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James Douglas

Known For
Acting
Born
April 7, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio, USA
Active Years
1985–2020 (36 Years)
Total Credits
10 credits in database
Acting Born Apr 7, 1960 Columbus, Ohio, USA 10 credits
10
Total Credits
1985–2020
36 Years Career Span
3
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

Subject: James Douglas (Acting).
Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile.
Constraints: Use ONLY provided facts. No invention. No markdown/asterisks/headings/bullets. Plain text only. Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Sources provided:
[1] TMDB: James "Buster" Douglas (Boxer). Birthday April 7, 1960. Born Columbus, Ohio. Known for acting.
[2] IMDb: James Douglas (Actor). Started acting in early childhood. Took lessons at 18 to meet women. First stage role: 'Romeo' in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. Small uncredited role in 'Waiting for Guffman'.
[3] TMDB: James Douglas (Actor/Writer). Credits: G.I. Blues, Sweet Bird of Youth, A Thunder of Drums, Time Limit, Beginning of the End, The Helen Morgan Story, Last Bride Of Salem, As Young As We Are.
[4] Wikidata: James Douglas (Television actor). AFI person ID 77601. Educated at University of California, Los Angeles.
[5] Emmy Awards: James Douglas (Actor). Best known for role on 1960s primetime soap opera Peyton Place.
[6] Biographies.net: Generic placeholder.
Note on ambiguity: There are two "James Douglas" figures mentioned. One is the boxer (Buster Douglas) and the other is the actor. The prompt asks for "James Douglas (Acting)". I must focus on the actor details.
Actor Details:
Roles/Credits: 'Romeo' in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' (stage), 'Waiting for Guffman' (uncredited film role), Peyton Place (1960s primetime soap opera), G.I. Blues, Sweet Bird of Youth, A Thunder of Drums, Time Limit, Beginning of the End, The Helen Morgan Story, Last Bride Of Salem, As Young As We Are.
Profession: Actor and Writer.
Background: Started acting in early childhood. Took acting lessons at age 18.
Education:

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Career

Career overview

Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a 180-260 word career overview of James Douglas (Acting).
Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided sources. No invention/guessing. No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points. Plain text only.
Target length: 180-260 words.
Structure: 2-3 short paragraphs.
Source [1]: James Douglas (Buster Douglas) is a boxer. (Irrelevant to the acting career overview unless specified, but the prompt asks for "James Douglas (Acting)"). Note: The prompt asks for "James Douglas (Acting)".
Source [2]: James started acting in early childhood. Began taking acting lessons at 18 to meet women. First stage role: 'Romeo' in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. Small uncredited role in 'Waiting for Guffman'.
Source [3]: Known as Actor and Writer. Work includes: G.I. Blues, Sweet Bird of Youth, A Thunder of Drums, Time Limit, Beginning of the End, The Helen Morgan Story, Last Bride Of Salem, and As Young As We Are.
Source [4]: Television actor. Educated at University of California, Los Angeles. Mention of 'Peyton Place'.
Source [5]: Actor best known for role on 1960s primetime soap opera Peyton Place (ABC drama).
Source [6]: Generic biography link.
Paragraph 1: Early Career and Education.
James Douglas began acting in early childhood. At the age of 18, he started taking acting lessons as a way to meet women. His first stage acting role was playing Romeo in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. He was educated at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Paragraph 2: Television and Film Work.
Douglas is a television actor known for his role on the 1960s primetime soap opera Peyton Place, an ABC drama set in the town founded by the Peyton family, which included the Harringtons. His film credits include an uncredited role in the movie Waiting for Guffman. As an actor and writer, his work includes titles such as G.I. Blues, Sweet Bird of Youth, A Thunder of Drums, Time Limit, Beginning of the End, The Helen Morgan Story, Last Bride Of Salem, and As Young As We Are.
Draft 1:
James Douglas began his acting career in early childhood. At the age of 18, he started taking acting lessons as a way to meet women. His first stage acting role was as Romeo in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. He was educated at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Douglas is a television actor best known for his role on the 1960s primetime soap opera Peyton Place. This ABC drama took place in the title town, which was founded by the Peyton family, including the Harringtons. His film work includes a small uncredited role in the movie Waiting for Guffman.

Known as both an actor and a writer, his credits include G.I. Blues, Sweet Bird of Youth, A Thunder of Drums, Time Limit, Beginning of the End, The Helen Morgan Story, Last Bride Of Salem, and As Young As We Are.
Word Count Check:
Para 1: ~45 words.
Para 2: ~55 words.
Para 3: ~40 words.
Total: ~140 words.
Problem: The target is 180-260 words. I need to expand using only provided facts.
Expansion Strategy:
I must use all the details provided without inventing anything.
Details available:
Acting in early childhood.
Lessons at 18 to meet women.
First stage role: Romeo in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
Uncredited role in Waiting for Guffman.
Known as Actor

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Frequent co-stars

Career timeline

The Wager
One Night: Joshua vs. Ruiz
42 to 1
Tyson
Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson
Night of 100 Stars IIIWWF The Main Event IIIMike Tyson vs. Buster DouglasEvander Holyfield vs Buster Douglas
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event

Full Filmography

10 titles
  • The Wager (2020) as Tyrone
  • One Night: Joshua vs. Ruiz (2019) as Self
  • 42 to 1 (2018)
  • Tyson (2008) as Self (archive footage)
  • Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson (1993) as Self (archive footage)
  • Night of 100 Stars III (1990) as Self
  • WWF The Main Event III (1990) as "Buster" Douglas (Referee)
  • Mike Tyson vs. Buster Douglas (1990) as Self
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  • Evander Holyfield vs Buster Douglas (1990) as Self
  • WWE Saturday Night's Main Event (1985) as Self

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is James Douglas best known for?

James Douglas is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Wager (2020), Tyson (2008), WWE Saturday Night's Main Event (1985).

When and where was James Douglas born?

James Douglas was born on April 7, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio, USA.

How many credits does James Douglas have?

James Douglas has accumulated over 10 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2020.

What is James Douglas's background in cinema and television?

Subject: James Douglas (Acting). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use ONLY provided facts. No invention. No markdown/asterisks/headings/bullets. Plain text only. Neutral, encyclopedic prose. Sources provided: [1] TMDB: James "Buster" Douglas (Boxer). Birthday April 7, 1960. Born Columbus...

James Douglas by the numbers

10credits
9films
1TV series
1985–2020active years

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