James Darren, best known for his roles on 'Gidget' and 'T.J. Hooker,' has died at age 88. His son reported that Darren was to undergo heart surgery.
Darren's glittering Hollywood career included acting, singing, and directing. He was known for his role as Moondoggie in the 1959 film 'Gidget' and as Officer Jim Corrigan in 'T.J. Hooker.'
In the 1980s, Darren secured the role of Officer Jim Corrigan, which became one of the most successful roles of his career. His onscreen success led to a recording contract, resulting in Top 10 hits.
'Goodbye Cruel World,' one of Darren's hit singles, appeared in the soundtrack for Steven Spielberg’s film 'The Fabelmans,' highlighting his lasting impact on music and film.
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