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James "Jimmy" Catusi 1939 - 2009

James Frank Catusi of New York, New York County, NY was born on July 8, 1939 in Massachusetts United States to James Catusi and Mable (Ross). He had siblings William Catusi and Mary (Catusi). He married Patricia (Gileson) on December 2, 1961, and had children Michael Catusi, Terry Catusi, and Marni (Catusi). James Catusi died at age 69 years old on March 23, 2009 in New York, NY.

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New York, New York County, NY 10024
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  • Introduction

    James Frank Catusi was born to James F. Catusi (1910 - 1991) and Mabel Ross (1913 - 2004). He had a brother, William V. Catusi (1934 - 2010) and a sister. James Catusi married and they had two sons, one of whom was Michael Catusi (1963 - 1986) and a daughter. An actor, James was best known for his work on the PBS television show "Sesame Street". See James "Jimmy" Catusi : Professions.
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    July 8, 1939
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    Massachusetts United States
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  • Ethnicity & Family History

    James was Caucasian.

  • Nationality & Locations

    A native of Massachusetts, James' las residence was New York, New York and he died in New York City.

  • Military Service

    There is no record of James having served in the United States military.

  • Professional Career

    James Catusi was a talented actor who gained popularity for his appearances on Sesame Street as Jim, one half of the comedic duo Buddy and Jim. His contributions to Sesame Street included various occupational roles, such as Sam the garbage man and a balloon vendor man. He also worked as an associate producer for the Broadway revival Hay Fever and played Swiss Cheese in the play Mother Courage and Her Children. He appeared on the soap opera The Doctors for a season and acted in a few films, including Parades and Death Play. Despite his relatively brief career, Catusi's impact on the entertainment industry is notable.

  • Personal Life & Family

    James married and they had three children, two sons and a daughter.
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    March 23, 2009
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    Prostate cancer
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In 1939, in the year that James "Jimmy" Catusi was born, on the 1st of September, Nazi Germany invaded Poland. On September 17th, the Soviet Union invaded Poland as well. Poland expected help from France and the United Kingdom, since they had a pact with both. But no help came. By October 6th, the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany held full control of the previously Polish lands. Eventually, the invasion of Poland lead to World War II.
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In 1966, James was 27 years old when on September 8th, the first Star Trek episode, "The Man Trap," was broadcast on NBC. The plot concerned a creature that sucked salt from human bodies. The original series only aired for 3 seasons due to low ratings.
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Catusi, Victor (Jun 18, 1897 - Jun 1972) Catusi, Hazel (Apr 11, 1905 - Jul 1995) Catusi, Carlotta (Apr 30, 1919 - Jun 13, 2008) Catusi, Catherine (Nov 4, 1898 - Sep 1982) Catusi, Henry (Oct 6, 1895 - Jun 1968) Catusi, Lawrence (Feb 12, 1920 - Mar 31, 2000) Catusi, Phillip (Nov 1, 1922 - Nov 1, 1998) Catusi, Adele (May 20, 1899 - Nov 28, 1991) Catusi, Robert (May 30, 1927 - Apr 14, 1995) Catusi, Margaret (Jul 23, 1925 - May 30, 1998)
Catusi, Catherine (Oct 28, 1906 - Oct 28, 1992) Catusi, Aiden (Sep 1, 1924 - May 7, 1963) Catusi, Becky (Apr 7, 1924 - Sep 3, 1998) Catusi, Samuel (Jul 1, 1942 - Mar 6, 2014) , Gabrielle (Aug 18, 1947 - May 10, 2009) Catusi, Latoya (May 31, 1940 - Jan 5, 1978) Catusi, Quinton (Aug 5, 1970 - Aug 25) Catusi, James (Sep 12, 1910 - Jul 27, 1991) Catusi, William (May 17, 1934 - Jan 28, 2010) , Mary (Born Jul 26, 1946)
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