hey everyone today we remember a Hollywood Legend Who captured the hearts of many James Darren the iconic actor director and singer best known for his role as moond doggy in the 1959 classic gigit passed away yesterday at the age of 88 his son Jim Moret confirmed the news stating that Darren died at Cedar Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles James Darren's career spanned over six decades beginning in 1956 but it was gigit that skyrocketed him to Teen Idol status in a 2015 interview Darren recalled how thousands of fans gathered in San Francisco just to catch a glimpse of him the police had to intervene as the frenzy escalated this moment solidified his heartthrob image for a generation Darren's role as moond doggy the Charming Surfer who wins gig's heart became his most famous character he reprised this role in two sequels gig goes Hawaiian and gig goes to Rome but Darren's talent and versatility extended far beyond the beaches of Malibu he appeared in a iety of TV shows and films including The Time Tunnel TJ hooker and Star Trek Deep Space 9 Darren also directed episodes of popular series like Beverly Hills 90210 and melrose's place his ability to transition between acting and directing showcased his multifaceted Talent born in Philadelphia Darren studied acting in New York before signing with Columbia Pictures he embraced his signature role as Moon doggy while continuing to interact with his fans his musical career also flourished with hit songs like Goodbye cruel world and numerous albums James Darren's Legacy is one of enduring appeal and versatility he was more than just an actor he was a significant figure in popular culture influencing countless fans and colleagues his charm talent and dedication to his craft made him an iconic figure in Hollywood Darren is survived by his wife Eevee his three children and five grandchildren his contribution to the entertainment industry both on screen and behind the scenes will continue to inspire and entertain Generations as we say goodbye let's remember James Darren for his incredible body of work and the joy he brought to so many rest in peace moond doggy thanks for watching don't forget to like subscribe and hit the notification Bell for more updates on your favorite stars and their legacies take care and see you next time