Biography
James Keane is an American film and television actor. Born on 26 September 1952 in Buffalo, New York, he graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. He began his career in 1975 with a role in Three Days of the Condor and appeared regularly as Willis Thomas Bell in the television series The Paper Chase (1978–1986).
Keane has worked steadily in supporting roles. His film credits include appearances in Apocalypse Now (1979), 48 Hrs. (1982), Dick Tracy (1990) as Pat Patton, Falling Down (1993), Pleasantville (1998), Crazy Heart (2009) as Manager, and Water for Elephants (2011). He has also appeared in television series such as Mad Men and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
