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James Thomas Kevin Byrnes OBC CM (born September 22, 1948) is an American actor and blues musician.
Jim Byrnes is a versatile performer who has appeared in TV shows like Highlander, Wiseguy, and Travelers, and composed and performed blues and gospel music. He lost both his legs in a car accident in 1972, but continued his acting and music career with determination and passion.
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Jim Byrnes is an actor and blues musician who lost both his legs in a car accident. He has appeared in Wiseguy, Highlander: The Series and other shows, and received the Order of Canada in 2022.
- September 22, 1948
Aug 30, 2016 · Juno Award winner Jim Byrnes sings the blues. From a concert the legendary bluesman gave last fall at a CBC Vancouver studio. Honest and beautiful.Subscribe...
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Jim Byrnes is an American-born actor who lost both his legs in a car accident and became a blues singer and songwriter. He is best known for his roles in "Wiseguy" and "Highlander", and has won several awards for his music and acting.
Jim Byrnes is a legendary blues icon, an actor of note, and that artist who lights up every stage with songs and stories, tried and true.
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Mar 14, 2020 · In this interview, Jim talks about his music, his career, and shares memories of the Highlander ... This was a Q&A panel hosted by the Peter Wingfield Fan Club.
