James Cagney

• Chinese Name：詹姆斯·卡格尼
• Gender：Male
• Height：5 ft 5 in (165 cm)
• Date of Birth：July 17, 1899
• Place of Birth：New York City, New York, USA
• Profession：Actor, Dancer
• Introduce：James Cagney was an American actor and dancer renowned for his energetic performances, distinctive speech, and versatility across genres, though best remembered for his defining portrayals of tough, fast‑talking gangsters in classic Hollywood cinema. Born and raised on New York’s Lower East Side, Cagney began as a vaudeville dancer before moving to Broadway and then films. His breakthrough came with The Public Enemy (1931), where his charismatic yet volatile portrayal of Tom Powers set the standard for gangster roles. Despite this defining image, Cagney resisted typecasting, excelling in musicals such as Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor, showcasing his tap‑dancing skills and patriotic charm. Known for his compact build and dynamic physicality, Cagney brought intensity and realism to every role. His career spanned more than three decades, with highlights including Angels with Dirty Faces, White Heat, and Love Me or Leave Me. Offscreen, he was respected for his professionalism, independence from studio pressures, and advocacy for political causes. Retiring in the 1960s, Cagney left behind a legacy as one of Hollywood’s most influential and enduring stars. He died on March 30, 1986, aged 86.