James Coburn was a magnetic American actor known for his razor-sharp cool, laid-back charisma, and distinctive gravelly voice. Rising to fame in the 1960s with roles in classics like The Magnificent Seven and The Great Escape, he became a symbol of effortless toughness on screen. Coburn’s career spanned decades, culminating in an Oscar-winning performance in Affliction (1997), proving his talent only deepened with time. #fblifestyle | Lens of the Long Ago