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James Darren, South Philadelphia teen idol and Hollywood star, dies at 88

A singer from South Philadelphia, who became a teen idol and Hollywood star died at 88 on Monday. James Darren first gained notice acting in the Gidget movies in the 1960s. Then, acted and directed in shows like T.J. Hooker, Beverly Hills 90210, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
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