Remembering James Darren: Hollywood Legend, actor in ‘Gidget’ and ‘TJ Hooker,’ dies at 88 .

exposing the Magic in Hollywood's Golden Age let's revisit the life of a star who shined the brightest James Darren the iconic heartthrob known for his role as moond doggy in the 1959 classic gigit has passed away at the age of 88 Darren's portrayal of the Charming Surfer captured the hearts of a generation turning him into an overnight Teen Idol but his talents didn't stop there Darren's career spanned decades from acting to directing leaving an indel mark on Hollywood from The Time Tunnel to Star Trek Deep Space 9 his versatility knew no bounds born in Philadelphia Darren's journey to stardom began in New York and led him to the glitz of Hollywood where he signed with Columbia Pictures he wasn't just an actor he was a gifted singer serenading fans with his musical hits James Darren's Legacy isn't just in his filmography it's in the memories he created for his fans the stories he brought to life and the family he loved dearly he leaves behind his wife Eevee three children and five grandchildren today we remember James Darren a true star of stage and Screen thank you for watching