James Coco

James Coco (March 21, 1930 - February 25, 1987) was an American character actor.

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March 21 - 1930 - February 25 - 1987 - American - Actor

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Coco was born in New York City, and achieved prominence in theater, both on and off Broadway, before going on to star in a number of movies and TV shows.

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New York City - Broadway

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He was one of the few actors to be nominated for both an Oscar and a Razzie Award for the same performance: As Marsha Mason's gay best friend in Only When I Laugh, Coco got nods for both Best and Worst Supporting Actor. He did not win either award.

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Oscar - Razzie - Only When I Laugh

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In later years, he became well known as a chef, publishing successful cook books and demonstrating recipes on TV shows.

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Coco's last film was 1989's The Chair. He died in New York City of a heart attack at the age of only 56.

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