Obituary of Jim Nabors

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Jim Nabors

Jim Nabors (born June 12th, 1930 in Sylacauga, Alabama) on the classic American TV series "The Andy Griffith Show" from 1960-1968. He was also known as one of the first famous gay men to marry a same sex partner, Stan Cadwallader. Jim died on November 30, 2017 and his death was possibly because of a short illness (details were not disclosed). He was 87 when he died.

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Jim Nabors Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Nabors, Jim
    • Common Name: Jim Nabors
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Sylacauga, Alabama, United States
    • Birth Date: June 12, 1930
    • Age: 87 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Gomer Pyle, Jay Nab, Jim Neighbors
    • Occupation: TV Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Wendy's Chicken Sandwich
    • Favorite Color: White
    • Favorite Scent: Nautica Voyage
    • Favorite Actor: Lauren Bacall

    Jim's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Nabors, James Thurston
    • Father: Fred Nabors
    • Mother: Mavis Nabors
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Stan Cadwallader (married 2013-2017, Jim's death)

Death Notice:

Category Tags:

TV ActorAmerican Born on June 12th Born in 1930 Born in Alabama Died in 2017 Died at age 87 Died from Unspecified illness

Quotable Quotes:

"I think this story sums up my career the best. One time I was walking in an airport somewhere and I saw this woman with her young son. The son looked up at me and it was obvious that he recognized me. He thought for a second and he said 'Mom, there goes an old Gomer!'" (IMDB)

"I signed a recording contract with a startup company called Columbia Records in 1965 and subsequently recorded numerous albums with them."

"I haven't yet had any plastic surgery, but I won't say I wouldn't go and get a bunch of it done if I get saggy."

"Jim Nabors had a successful career as an actor and singer, known for his role as Gomer Pyle on "The Andy Griffith Show" and his powerful baritone voice, before passing away at the age of 87. (V)"

Is Mr. Jim Nabors still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-13 09:55:43
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