James Fox
Welsh singer-songwriter and actor
Born
April 6th, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in Wales, a singer-songwriter and actor began a career in music by releasing albums and singles, including the well-received album 'The Last Goodbye'. Also gained recognition for acting roles in film and television, particularly in the movie 'Performance' alongside Mick Jagger. Engaged in various music projects and collaborated with other artists, contributing to the British music scene.
Released the album 'The Last Goodbye'
Appeared in the film 'Performance'
Collaborated with notable artists
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