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Loren Janes (October 1, 1931 – June 24, 2017) was an American stuntman, notable for his work in Hollywood films, particularly those starring Steve McQueen, including Bullitt, Nevada Smith, and The Hunter. He also co-founded the Stuntmen's Association of Motion Pictures in 1961.
YearTitleRoleNotes1956Lt. BishopUncredited1958BertUncredited1958TumblerUncredited1959Minor RoleUncreditedLoren Janes (1931-2017) was a renowned stuntman, actor and stunt coordinator who worked on over 130 films, including The Magnificent Seven, Planet of the Apes and Beverly Hills Cop. He also co-founded the Stuntmen's Association of Motion Pictures & Televsion and received the Golden Boot Award for his lifetime contribution to westerns.
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- Sierra Madre, California, USA
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- Los Angeles, California, USA
Jun 26, 2017 · Legendary stuntman and stunt coordinator Loren Janes, who doubled for Steve McQueen for the actor’s entire career, as well as for Paul Newman, Jack Nicholson, and even Debbie Reynolds, died...
Stuntman and stunt coordinator Loren Janes, who doubled for Steve McQueen for the actor’s entire career, shown here in 1956 as he was preparing to participate in the pentathlon in the...
Loren Janes. Stunts: Escape from New York. One of the key figures in the development of modern cinematic stunt design, improved safety procedures and co-founder of the Stuntmen's Association of Motion Pictures & Televsion, Loren Janes ranks alongside Dar Robinson, Hal Needham and Yakima Canutt for his contributions to movie stunt work.
- October 1, 1931
- June 24, 2017
Jul 2, 2017 · In film after film, Loren Janes leapt from speeding trains, jumped from towering cliffs and roared through city streets in gravity-defying car chases.
Loren Janes was an American stuntman, notable for his work in Hollywood films, particularly those starring Steve McQueen, including Bullitt, Nevada Smith, and The Hunter. He also co-founded the Stuntmen's Association of Motion Pictures in 1961.
