Jim Morrison American Singer (1943–1971)

Known for

Film 2010 When You're Strange

Biography

American singer Jim Morrison was born on 8 December 1943 in Melbourne. He passed away on 3 July 1971 at the age of 27. He is remembered as a member of The Doors.

In all, 2 albums are listed under his name in 2002. His recordings are classed as rock music and psychedelic rock. The records note keyboard instrument and percussion instrument as his instruments. His recordings came out on Elektra.

He also had one screen credit on record, HWY: An American Pastoral (1969).

Groups and bands

• The Doors

Discography

2 releases

Year	Title	Type
2002	The Lost Interview Tapes Featuring Jim Morrison Volume Two: The Circus Magazine Interview	Album
	The Lost Paris Tapes	Album

Filmography

3 credits

Year	Title	Role	Type
2012–	For & Against		TV series
2010	When You're Strange		Film
1969	HWY: An American Pastoral	Writer	Film

Personal life

Marriages on record are to Pamela Courson (1967 to 1971, ended by death). Education on record includes University of California, Los Angeles, finishing in 1965; Florida State University, finishing in 1964; and St. Petersburg College, finishing in 1962.

Jim Morrison Photos

Frequently asked questions

How old was Jim Morrison at the time of death?

Jim Morrison died on 3 July 1971 at the age of 27. He was born on 8 December 1943.

What is Jim Morrison known for?

Jim Morrison was known as a former member of The Doors.

What is Jim Morrison’s nationality?

Jim Morrison was American, born in Melbourne.

Who was Jim Morrison married to?

Jim Morrison’s marriages on record are to Pamela Courson (1967 to 1971).

Sources

• Wikidata (Q44301), accessed October 2026
• Photo: Elektra Records · Public domain

Last checked 7 October 2026 by the Wiki of Celebs editorial team

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