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James Norton (governor)
Jim, Jimmy, or James Norton may refer to: Actors * James Norton (actor) (born 1985), English actor * Jim Norton (Irish actor) (born 1938), Irish actor * Jim Norton (comedian) (born 1968), American comedian and actor Politicians * James Norton Jr. (1824–1906), his son, politician in colonial New South Wales * James A. Norton (1843–1912), U.S. Representative from Ohio * James Norton (South Carolina politician) (1843–1920), U.S. Representative from South Carolina Sportspeople * Jim Norton (safety) (1938–2007), American football player for the Houston Oilers * Jim Norton (defensive lineman) (born 1942), American football player for the San Francisco 49ers and Atlanta Falcons * Jim Norton (rugby league), Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s Other people * James Norton (admiral) (1789–1835), British navy officer * James Norton (solicitor) (1795–1862), solicitor, company director, farmer, pamphleteer and protectionist politician in colonial New South ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Norton (actor)
James Geoffrey Ian Norton (born 18 July 1985) is an English film, television, and stage actor. He is known for roles in the television series '' Happy Valley'', ''Grantchester'', '' War & Peace'' and ''McMafia.'' He earned a nomination for the British Academy Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2015 for his performance as ex-convict Tommy Lee Royce in '' Happy Valley''. Early life Norton was born in Lambeth, London,'Births, Marriages & Deaths Index of England & Wales'' confirms name and birthdate and lists birthplace as Lambeth. Publisher: General Register Office. Retrieved: 30 April 2021. the son of Lavinia Jane (Norman) and Hugh Biddulph Norton. His parents were both teachers; his father, who was born in Tanzania, was a lecturer at Hull School of Art and Design. Though originally from London, Norton's family lived in the town of Malton in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire. Norton, who grew up at the edge of the Howardian Hills in North Yorkshire, has described ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jim Norton (Irish Actor)
Jim Norton (born 4 January 1938) is an Irish stage, film and television character actor, known for his work in the theatre, most notably in Conor McPherson's '' The Seafarer'', and on television as Bishop Brennan in the sitcom ''Father Ted''. Early life Jim Norton was born on 4 January 1938 in Dublin, Ireland, and educated at Synge Street CBS. From an early age he wanted to be an actor, and regularly attended performances at the Abbey Theatre. His mother, Frances, played the violin and his father, Eugene, was a baritone singer. Eugene worked as a bakery manager. Jim had one sibling, the late acting teacher Betty Ann Norton. Career Norton has been acting for over forty years in theatre, television, and film, and frequently plays clergymen, most notably Bishop Brennan in the sitcom ''Father Ted'', as well as roles in '' The Sweeney'' (1975), ''Peak Practice'' (1993), ''Sunset Heights'' (1997), ''A Love Divided'' (1999), ''Rebus: Black and Blue'' (2000), ''Mad About Mambo'' (2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jim Norton (comedian)
James Joseph Norton is an American comedian, radio personality, actor, author, and television and podcast host. Norton has been the co-host of the podcast ''UFC Unfiltered'' with Matt Serra and the morning radio show ''Jim Norton & Sam Roberts'' on SiriusXM Radio since 2016, and ''The Chip Chipperson Podacast'' since 2017. He gained initial prominence as third mic on the radio show ''Opie and Anthony'', with Gregg "Opie" Hughes and Anthony Cumia, from 2001 to 2014. After becoming a stand-up comedian in 1990, Norton spent his early years developing his act. His appearances on ''The Louie Show'' caught the attention of comedian Andrew Dice Clay in 1997, who chose Norton to open for him for his shows. In 2000, Norton made his debut on ''Opie and Anthony'' and joined the show as a third mic in 2001 which increased his national exposure. He went on to have a recurring role on the sitcom ''Lucky Louie'' and featured as a regular panellist on ''Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn''. Since h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Norton Jr
James is a common English language surname and given name: *James (name), the typically masculine first name James * James (surname), various people with the last name James James or James City may also refer to: People * King James (other), various kings named James * Saint James (other) * James (musician) * James, brother of Jesus Places Canada * James Bay, a large body of water * James, Ontario United Kingdom * James College, a college of the University of York United States * James, Georgia, an unincorporated community * James, Iowa, an unincorporated community * James City, North Carolina * James City County, Virginia ** James City (Virginia Company) ** James City Shire * James City, Pennsylvania * St. James City, Florida Arts, entertainment, and media * ''James'' (2005 film), a Bollywood film * ''James'' (2008 film), an Irish short film * ''James'' (2022 film), an Indian Kannada-language film * James the Red Engine, a character in ''Thomas the Tank En ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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James is a common English language surname and given name: *James (name), the typically masculine first name James * James (surname), various people with the last name James James or James City may also refer to: People * King James (other), various kings named James * Saint James (other) * James (musician) * James, brother of Jesus Places Canada * James Bay, a large body of water * James, Ontario United Kingdom * James College, a college of the University of York United States * James, Georgia, an unincorporated community * James, Iowa, an unincorporated community * James City, North Carolina * James City County, Virginia ** James City (Virginia Company) ** James City Shire * James City, Pennsylvania * St. James City, Florida Arts, entertainment, and media * ''James'' (2005 film), a Bollywood film * ''James'' (2008 film), an Irish short film * ''James'' (2022 film), an Indian Kannada-language film * James the Red Engine, a character in ''Thomas the Tank En ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Norton (South Carolina Politician)
James Norton (October 8, 1843 – October 14, 1920) was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina. Born near Mullins, South Carolina, Norton pursued an academic course, then he left school in 1861 to enter the Confederate States Army. He served throughout the Civil War in the Army of Northern Virginia. After the war, Norton reentered school but did not finish the regular course. He was a teacher in the public schools 1866-1870, and engaged in agricultural pursuits and merchandising. Norton was elected county school commissioner in 1870 and reelected in 1872. He served as a member of the Statehouse of representatives in 1886, 1887, 1890, and 1891. He served as assistant comptroller general of South Carolina 1890-1894, then the actual comptroller general of the State from 1894 until 1897, when he resigned. Norton was elected as a Democrat to the Fifty-fifth Congress to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of John L. McLaurin. He was re-elected to the Fifty-sixth ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jim Norton (safety)
James Charles Norton (October 20, 1938 – June 12, 2007) was an American professional football safety and punter who played for the Houston Oilers of the American Football League (AFL). An original member of the Oilers franchise, he played in their first nine seasons from 1960 to 1968. Norton was an AFL All-Star for three seasons and holds the league's record for career interceptions. His jersey No. 43 was the first of eight retired by the Oilers/Titans franchise. Early years Born and raised in Southern California, Norton graduated from Fullerton Union High School in 1956 and played college football for head coach Skip Stahley at Idaho, alongside future pros Jerry Kramer, Wayne Walker, and Jim Prestel in the Pacific Coast Conference. Nicknamed "Flamingo," Norton played defensive back and tight end, and also punted and returned kicks for the Vandals. Selected in the seventh round of in the 1960 NFL Draft (75th overall) by the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Texans in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jim Norton (defensive Lineman)
James Alfred Norton (born November 18, 1942) is a former American football defensive lineman in the National Football League for the San Francisco 49ers, Atlanta Falcons, Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins, and New York Giants. He played college football at the University of Washington and was drafted in the third round of the 1965 NFL Draft The 1965 National Football League draft was held at the Summit Hotel in New York City on Saturday, November 28, 1964. The first player selected was Tucker Frederickson, back from Auburn, by the New York Giants. The draft was marked by the fail .... Sportspeople from Wilmington, North Carolina American football defensive linemen Washington Huskies football players San Francisco 49ers players Atlanta Falcons players Philadelphia Eagles players Washington Redskins players New York Giants players 1942 births Living people {{defensive-lineman-1940s-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jim Norton (rugby League)
Jim Norton was an Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s. He played for Eastern Suburbs in the NSWRL competition. Background Norton played Group 9 country rugby league for Queanbeyan and Southern Districts before signing with defending premiers Eastern Suburbs in 1938. Playing career Norton made his first grade debut for Easts against Newtown at the Sydney Sports Ground in Round 10 1938 with the match finishing in a 17–17 draw. Norton would remain the primary goal kicker for the team throughout the year. Eastern Suburbs would go on to finish 3rd at the end of the regular season and reached the grand final against Canterbury-Bankstown who were playing in their first decider whilst Easts were going for their 4th premiership in a row. Norton played at fullback in the grand final which was played at the Sydney Cricket Ground The Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) is a sports stadium in Sydney, Australia. It is used for Test cricket, Test, One Day Internat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Norton (admiral)
James Norton (Newark-on-Trent, 9 June 1789 – 29 August 1835) was a British navy officer who participated as a combatant and commander of the Imperial Brazilian Navy during the Cisplatine War. He joined the Royal Navy in 1802, taking part in the Napoleonic Wars under the command of Admiral Edward Pellew. With the independence of Brazil, the emperor Pedro I began the formation of a navy, hiring the services of Lord Thomas Cochrane, having sent Felisberto Caldeira Brant to Great Britain to recruit officers, among them James Norton. In the Pernambuco campaign, in 1824, at the head of a corps of sailors, he seized Recife. In the Cisplatine War, he was sent to the Río de la Plata with the frigate ''Niterói'' under his command. Soon after he assumed and commanded the naval division blockading Buenos Aires, achieving several victories and dinstinguishing himself in many battles, particularly those of 30 July 1826, April 8 Events Pre-1600 * 217 – Roman emperor Cara ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Norton (solicitor)
James Norton (27 July 179531 August 1862) was a solicitor and public figure in early colonial New South Wales. Admitted to practise in England, he arrived in Sydney in September 1818 where only four other attorneys were then practising. He was the founder of the first law firm in Sydney. He was a member of the first Legislative Council under responsible government in New South Wales in 1856, and drafted numerous laws. He held land at Mulgoa which was farmed and owned ''Elswick'', a 30 ha estate in what is now Leichhardt where he grew prize flowers and plants. He was a leading Sydney member of the Anti-Transportation League and a protectionist in whose cause he published a series of pamphlets. From Sussex to Sydney James Norton was born on 27 July 1795 in Hastings, Sussex, England. After legal training, he was admitted as an attorney. Signing on as captain's clerk, he arrived at Port Jackson in September 1818 per the ''Maria'' with capital of £800. He joined a small legal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
