Gidget and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine actor James Darren dead at 88 as son remembers famous dad as a ‘good man’

Actor James Darren, pictured in a casual ensemble during the Creation Entertainment's Official Star Trek Convention at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport on December 13, 2014, has died at age 88

ACTOR James Darren’s son confirmed that the actor has died at a Los Angeles hospital.

The star was known for films like Gidget and TV shows like Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.

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Actor James Darren, pictured in a casual ensemble during the Creation Entertainment’s Official Star Trek Convention at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport on December 13, 2014, has died at age 88Credit: Getty Images – Getty

James’ son, Jim Moret, confirmed his death on Monday, according to Variety.

He told the outlet that his father, 88 years old at the time of his death, had the opportunity to express his love for his family before his passing.

Jim also revealed that James was being treated in the hospital’s cardiac unit.

“He was a good man. He was very talented,” Jim said.

“He was forever young.”

James is survived by his wife, Evy, sons Jim; Christian Darren; and Tony Darren.

He also had five grandchildren.

No further details have been shared about James’ cause of death, or the reason he was hospitalized.

MOVING TRIBUTES

Fans on social media paid tribute to the actor, sharing kind words and reflecting on his career.

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