James MacArthur, (December 8, 1937 – October 28, 2010) Hawaii Five-0 original “Danno” which aired from 1968 to 1979 died today at age 72. His agent, Richard Lewis, said he died in Florida of “natural causes.”
He was not the first choice of Danno when the original “Five-0″ pilot was shot it was played by Tim O’Kelly.
MacArthur was the adopted son of playwright Charles MacArthur and actress Helen Hayes.
He attended Harvard University, but dropped out to pursue an acting career.
MacArthur had a career spanning stage and screen. His memorable film roles include Clint Eastwood’s Hang ‘Em High, Swiss Family Robinson, Kidnapped, The Bedford Incident and The Battle of the Bulge.
He was married three times. He leaves behind his wife of more than 25 years, Helen Beth Duntz, four children and seven grandchildren.
R.I.P. 
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