James Garner, shown in 2006, was an Oscar nominee for "Murphy's Romance" opposite Sally Field.
"He's still in the hospital, but my understanding is he is doing well and will be going home soon. When, exactly, we have not been told yet," Allen said.
Garner, who turned 80 last month, rose to prominence in the 1950s as the star of "Maverick," playing a wry riverboat gambler who was quicker with a quip than a gun and, unlike his Western counterparts, was faster still to run from trouble than to face it. The show aired from 1957 to 1962, but Garner, who was nominated for an Emmy as Bret Maverick, left in 1960 to pursue a film career.
He has appeared in such films as "The Children's Hour," "Victor/Victoria" and "The Great Escape" and was nominated for an Oscar in 1985 as the small-town pharmacist opposite Sally Field in "Murphy's Romance."
Garner returned to television full-time in the mid-1970s playing Jim Rockford, a modern-day private detective who, like his "Maverick" character, also was not afraid to run instead of fight. He won an Emmy for the role in 1977.
Garner also reprised his Maverick role in the short-lived "Bret Maverick" series in the 1980s.
More recently, he played Katey Sagal's father in the sitcom "8 Simple Rules ... for Dating My Teenage Daughter." Garner joined the cast in 2003 after John Ritter, who played Sagal's husband, died during the show's second season.
James, get well soon!
ReplyDeleteThank you. I'm sure Jim would appreciate your thinking of him very much.
ReplyDeletewe just love james garner--we are praying that he has his slate all cleared-up with the LORD and ready to be home forever!
ReplyDeleteIF SO-- then we'll see you on the other side!!
What a great actor. The Rockford Files was one of the best tv series ever. God bless James Garner.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment. Jim is doing great and is even working again. He has no lingering after effects at all.
ReplyDelete"Rockford Files" WAS a great show-but "Maverick" (in my estimation) was the best of all time. Also,his turn as the granpa on "8 Simple Rules" was some of his best work EVER! Long live Jim Garner!!!
ReplyDeleteTalk about a true American patriot and Film/Television Icon. He is both a great person and real legend. Thanks for your years of professionalism and for The Americanization of Emily, The Notebook, Rockford Files, Maverick and I can go on and on...God Bless you and your family.
ReplyDeleteWatching the Indianapolis 500 always makes me think of James Garner. I used to see him out there every year. One year he was riding on a golf cart and I met him as I was going through the infield. I don't know what possessed me but I said 'Hi Jimmy' and he said hi and waved back. I will never forget that. He has always been one of my very favorite actors. Love him!!!
ReplyDeleteJAMES gARNER IS A REAL PATRIOT, AND ONE HELL OF A hotrodder, I GOT A MAGAZINE STILL THAT SHOWS HIM SITTING INA POOL OF MUD COOLING OFF, I WANTED IT SIGNED BY HIM, BUT JUST KNOWING THAT HE IS STILL WITH US WARMS MY HEART, GOD BLESS YOU JIM AND MAY YOU AND YOURS HAVE A GREAT 2010, GOD KNOWS THE COUNT OF THE HAIRS OF YOUR HEAD, SO SMILE JIM, THE WORLD LOVES YOU, YOU'RE A WINNER, YOU MADE IT TO 80-- MAYBE TWENTY MORE IN YOUR STAY HERE ON EARTH, GOD LOVES YOU FOR SURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for leaving your comments. Jim is just fine except for some arthritis. Actually, he's 82!
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, he is a great man.
I have been a big fan of Jim Garner since his original 19.50,s "MAVERICK" days. I met him back in 1958 at a telethon. He was promoting his TV show and wearing his Maverick costume. I asked him to sign my school graduation autograph book. I still have the book and his autoraph after all these years. I hope he is doing well and is healthy. Richard
ReplyDeleteI've always loved James Garner. I use to watch him when I was alone because he seemed like family. It was like having him there. The Ultimate gift and the Notebook were so lonesomely sweet. He could really touch your heart because he was so real. We never missed Maverick or Rockford, and they will be watched for generations to come!
ReplyDeleteHi , I've never met James Garner , but through all of his films and TV series I feel as if I do know him . His good personality and humor makes every fan feel that he knows him . All I can say is get well soon JIM . Hope to see you on TV again driving that ever so cool Pontiac Firebird . I'm sure his co-stars in The Rockford Files wish him the same . Ian Ross
ReplyDeleteHi Folks ~ This original post was written in 2008! I'm very happy to report that Jim is quite well and suffered no permanent damage from his stroke.
ReplyDeleteIn fact, he spent a large part of the last year writing his memoir - yes, you read that right! - with his friend, Jon Winocur. Click on HOME just below this post to go to my latest posts and read all about his book, The Garner Files.
Always a positive role model in my life. My Mother and I loved every TV show and movie that you ever did. Thank you for giving us so much enjoyment. My Mother is gone now, but when I see you on TV it reminds of the the times my Mom and I would watch you. We always had fun!
ReplyDeleteI have always loved James Garner...watching Rockford files with my dad...when older I toyed with becoming a private investigator! Have seen all his movies and just enjoy 'who' he is. With sincere admiration! :o) Thanks for blessing us with quality entertainment Jim!
ReplyDeleteI also loved the Rockford Files, thanks for the great show. Jim you done yourself proud. I like to let you know I saw you leave the LA Airport on January 9, 1070 as I started my Army tour at Ft MacArthur in San Pedro. May you continue a comfortable retirement as I am. Thanks, VW of Seguin, TX
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