(1931–55), American actor; born James Byron. Although he starred in only three films before dying in a car accident, he became a cult figure closely identified with the title role of Rebel Without a Cause (1955), symbolizing for many the disaffected youth of the post-war era.
Definition of Dean, James in US English:
Dean, James
proper noundēndin
(1931–55), US actor; full name James Byron Dean. Although he starred in only three movies before dying in a car accident, he became a cult figure closely identified with the title role of Rebel Without a Cause (1955), symbolizing for many the disaffected youth of the postwar era. Other movies: East of Eden (1955) and Giant (1956).