James Byron Dean (February 8, 1931-September 30, 1955) was born in Marionk, Indiana, though the family soon moved to Santa Monica, California. His mother died of cancer when he was nine, and his father sent him to live with his sister in Fairmount, Indiana on a farm,. He was known for his portrayal of characters full of teenaged angst. His short career had him staring in three movies: “East of Eden,” “Rebel Without a Cause,” and “Giant”. He died in a car crash near Paso Robles, California, when he his a 1950 Ford Tudor Coupe head-on while breaking in his 550 Spyder, which he was going to race in Salinas.
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Offers details about the life and death of James Dean and focuses on his final resting place in Fairmount, Indiana, sharing photographs of him and his grave. Additionally provides an interactive memorial section where fans can leave messages.
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=267
The Internet Movie Database showcases the late star using his photographs and videos, his biography and in-depth filmography, and links to news articles.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000015/
Contains a lengthy biography of James Dean, as well as photographs and video clips. Also displays famous quotes attributed to him.
http://www.biography.com/people/james-dean-9268866
Pays tribute to the star James Dean and the change he made in so many in his short career. Showcases his work in a photo gallery, a timeline of his life, and a virtual tour of the James Dean Memorial Gallery, which is in his hometown and town in which he was buried in Fairmount, Indiana.
http://jamesdeangallery.com/
The official website of the star presents information about James Dean, as well as photographs, information about the James Dean Fest, the actor’s biography, and a link to the official Facebook page.
http://jamesdean.com/
