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Happy Birthday! Sam J. Jones Turns 61 Today

Today is Sam J. Jones’ birthday.Most fans will remember the veteran actor as Flash Gordon from […]

Today is Sam J. Jones’ birthday.

Most fans will remember the veteran actor as Flash Gordon from the pulp hero’s self-titled 1980 movie. Jones’ turn as Flash earned him an immense cult following, culminating in cameos as himself for several films, including Ted and Ted 2.

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Beyond Flash Gordon, Jones has led a busy television career, appearing in Baywatch, Walker, Texas Ranger, Hollywood Safari, and the rebooted (but short-lived) Flash Gordon reboot series.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Jones turns 61 Today. Happy Birthday, Sam J. Jones.