Jim Mitchum, the eldest son of Hollywood legend Robert Mitchum, has passed away at his ranch in Skull Valley, Arizona, after a long illness. A family spokesperson confirmed that he died on September 20, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on May 8, 1941, in Los Angeles to Robert Mitchum and Dorothy Spence, Jim shared the same strong features and calm, relaxed presence that made his father a Hollywood icon—traits that stayed with him throughout his acting career. Jim first appeared on screen at the age of eight in Raoul Walsh’s Western Colorado Territory. His mother had hoped he would avoid the film industry, but by age sixteen, Jim was making a name for himself with a breakthrough role in the 1958 cult classic Thunder Road. The part was originally intended for Elvis…
