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Robert Mitchum's Son Jim Mitchum, Actor and Entrepreneur, Dies at 84
3 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Jim Mitchum, son of actor Robert Mitchum, passed away on October 3, 2025
- Mitchum had a career as an actor, stock car racer, and moonshine distiller
- Survived by wife Pamela, siblings, children, and extended family
On October 3, 2025, the entertainment world mourned the passing of Jim Mitchum, the son of acclaimed actor Robert Mitchum. Mitchum, who was 84 years old, died with his wife Pamela by his side, along with the couple's beloved poodle.
Born in Los Angeles in 1941, Jim Mitchum followed in his father's footsteps, making his film debut at the age of 8 in the Raoul Walsh Western "Colorado Territory." He went on to appear in several films and TV series throughout the 1960s, including "The Victors," "Ride the Wild Surf," and "In Harm's Way."
In addition to his acting career, Mitchum had a passion for stock car racing and briefly attempted a singing career. He later became a breeder of Quarter Horses and developed a line of premium moonshine and whiskey, paying homage to his father's iconic films. Mitchum retired from acting in 1994, three years before his father's death.
Mitchum is survived by his wife Pamela, whom he married in 2025, as well as his brother Christopher, sister Petrine, and several children and grandchildren. His diverse legacy as an actor, entrepreneur, and family man will be remembered by all who knew him.
