Jim Davis

Jim Davis, a tall and rangy individual, began his early career in westerns, primarily at Republic Pictures. Born and raised in Missouri, Davis' relaxed and easygoing demeanor, accompanied by his distinctive Southern drawl, effortlessly embodied the quintessential cowboy image, making him a staple in many Republic Pictures productions over the years. Notably, his physical appearance, which included his ability to ride a horse with ease, further solidified his on-screen presence as a cowboy. Throughout his career, Davis alternated between playing good-guy and villain roles, with one of his most notable performances being that of the cunning and ruthless fur trapper working for Kirk Douglas' competitor in the 1952 film The Big Sky. However, it is his iconic role as Jock Ewing, the patriarch of the Ewing family, in the long-running television series Dallas, which premiered in 1978, that has cemented his lasting legacy in the world of entertainment.