1931 - 1955
James Dean was an American actor born on February 8, 1931, in Marion, Indiana. He is best known for his iconic roles in three films: "East of Eden," "Rebel Without a Cause," and "Giant," which captured the angst of teenage life. Dean's career was tragically cut short when he died in a car accident on September 30, 1955, making him a cultural icon of youth and rebellion.