George James

George Jacob James is an American actor and songwriter, best known for playing Jake on Pinwheel.
== Early Life ==
Growing up, George James had a passion for music, nature, musical theater, theater, and horses. He started playing the trumpet, taking part in plays, and reciting poetry when he was seven. He attended Hofstra University as a theater student.Peggy Sue Clay and Andy Anderson (July 23, 2014) Classic Nick Wed. – Interview with George James. The Classic Nickelodeon Fan Blog. Retrieved April 18, 2019.
== Career ==
James first heard about Pinwheel through his friend, music producer John Simon, who heard that Warner Communications was looking to develop a children's show and wanted someone who could act, write songs, and produce the songs and music. He auditioned and got a callback two days later. He would go on to play Jake and compose music for the show until production ended in 1984.
In addition to Pinwheel, James composed the theme music for By the Waytvguy1979 (December 26, 2018) By The Way- Ultra-rare/lost Nickelodeon show from 1979, Intro & Host Segments. www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 18, 2019. and Hocus Focus,GaryW48 (April 23, 2012) Hocus Focus early Nickelodeon TV show from 1981. www.youtube.com Retrieved April 18, 2019. produced records, wrote for Sesame Street, performed in Twyla Tharp's stage production of Hair, and produced and directed audio books. 
== References ==
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