Obituary of J. D. Cannon

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J. D. Cannon

John Donovan Cannon (born April 24, 1922 in Salmon, Idaho) was a TV actor and film actor who was best known for his role as Chief of Detectives Peter B. Clifford in the 1970-1977 American drama TV series, “McCloud.” J. D. died on May 20, 2005 and his death was possibly because of old age. He died at age 83.

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J. D. Cannon Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Cannon, J. D.
    • Common Name: J. D. Cannon
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Salmon, Idaho, United States
    • Birth Date: April 24, 1922
    • Age: 83 (at death)
    • Also Known As: John Donovan Cannon
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1960-1991
    • Net Worth: $95 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Lilac
    • Favorite Scent: Paco Rabanne Invictus
    • Favorite Actor: Judi Dench

    J. D.'s Family Tree

    • Birth Name: John Donovan Cannon
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Alice McCamley (married 1947-2005, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Frank Cannon
      • Joseph Cannon

Death Notice:

  • Date: May 20 2005 at age 83
  • Place: Hudson, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Old age (unspecified)

Category Tags:

TV ActorFilm Actor American Born on April 24th Born in 1922 Born in Idaho Died in 2005 Died at age 83 Died from Old age

J. D.'s Notable Roles:

  • McCloud

Quotable Quotes:

"J.D. Cannon lived a vibrant and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of talent and impact that will continue to be celebrated for years to come. (V)"

"I would have to assume that Cannon had a career as an actor, but was he known for his roles on popular TV shows? Ultimately he met an untimely fate. (V)"

Is Mr. J. D. Cannon still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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J. D. Cannon at IMDB

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-19 14:46:47
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