Allan Hawco pays homage to James Garner

In the wake of Garner's death Saturday at the age of 86, let's look back at seven of his most memorable roles, all of which showcase what critic Todd VanDerWerff calls Garner's rare ability to "make his essential James Garner-ness work in just about

James Garner died last night at the age of 86. The ruggedly handsome actor will be remembered always for the 1950s western Maverick and for playing Jim Rockford in the 1970s series The Rockford Files. No cause of death was given but he had suffered 

(CNN) — James Garner, the understated, wisecracking everyman actor who enjoyed multigenerational success on both the small and big screens, has died. He was 86. Police, who were called to his residence Saturday night in Los Angeles, say he died of 

The late James Garner never looked like he was acting, but he was a great one who deserved more recognition for his film and TV work.

IndyCar racing knew Hollywood actor James Garner, who died late Saturday in Los Angeles, as a man who loved the Indianapolis 500. Garner was the 500's pace car driver in an era when it was less about having celebrities at the wheel. Garner, a talented