James Mason 1909 – 1984

Biography

James Mason was born on May 15, 1909, in Huddersfield, England, where he began a life that would span nearly seventy-five years. From his early days in Yorkshire, he pursued a career in acting that would come to define his professional journey. His dedication to his craft carried him through decades of theatrical and screen work, establishing him as a respected figure in the entertainment world.

Throughout his long career, Mason developed a reputation for his commitment to the performing arts. He worked steadily across his lifetime, building a body of work that reflected his passion for acting and his professional integrity. His career reflected the changing landscape of entertainment across the twentieth century, witnessing and participating in the evolution of British performance traditions.

In his later years, Mason made his home in Switzerland, where he spent his final days in Lausanne. He passed away there on July 27, 1984, at the age of seventy-five, following a myocardial infarction. He was laid to rest in the Canton of Vaud, in the country he had come to call home, leaving behind a legacy of theatrical and professional accomplishment that endured beyond his lifetime.