Do you know Jack? Trivia Quiz

Answer: Jack Nicholson

This Jack has starred in films every decade from 1960 to 2010 and during those fifty years he has garnered 12 Oscar nominations, more than any other male actor for the same time period. He won Oscars for his roles in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", "As Good As It Gets" and "Terms of Endearment".

He excels at playing offbeat and comedic characters, always putting his own personal spin to these roles. It has been suggested that he has retired since he hasn't played a major role since 2010. Nicholson replied that he hasn't retired, he is just more selective of the roles.

Answer: Jack Lord

This Jack is famous for playing Steve McGarret in the original "Hawaii Five-O" that ran from 1968 to 1980. He was a character actor for most of his career, appearing in movies and on TV. He had been considered for the TV roles of Elliot Ness in "The Untouchables" and for Captain Kirk in "Star Trek". Jack passed away on January 21, 1998.

Answer: Jack Warden

This Jack is better known for the role of Big Ben Healey in the "Problem Child" trilogy. He has had several short lived series on TV like, "Wackiest Ship in the Army", "NYPD" and "Bad News Bears". As a character actor, he has had support roles in many movies and TV shows. Jack passed away on July 19, 2006.

Answer: Jack Lemmon

This Jack had eight "Academy Award" Nominations and won 2. He won a Best Actor Oscar for his role in "Save the Tiger" and a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his role in "Mister Roberts". He starred in over 60 films over his lifetime, including many with long time friend and actor Walter Matthau.

Although he is better known for his many comedy roles, he has starred in some excellent dramas like "Days of Wine and Roses" and "China Syndrome". Jack passed away on June 27, 2001.

Answer: Jack Nicklaus

This Jack is one of the all time great golfers. Nicklaus dominated the Big Four (Masters, U S Open, PGA Championship, Open Championship) during his prime years. He won 73 of the various titles to place him 3rd behind Sam Snead (1st) and Tiger Woods (2nd) on the overall winners list. Jack is still involved with golf. He designs golf courses and has his own golf tournament.

Answer: Jack Webb

This Jack's claim to fame was "Dragnet". He created "Dragnet" based on actual police procedures that he learned by riding along in police cruisers and attending classes at the police academy. He wanted the show to be accurate and to the point. It's a style that would be unique to him throughout his career.

He went on to produce the show and play Sgt. Joe Friday on the radio followed by two TV series and a movie. The LAPD flew the flag at half-mast when he died on December 22, 1982. They would later retire badge 714 in Webb's honor.

Answer: Jack Palance

This Jack is better known for his villain roles like "Attila the Hun" and "Dracula". He spent most of his career as the guy you hated. Nominated for three "Academy Awards" for Best Supporting Actor, it's ironic that he wins it for his role as a good guy in "City Slickers". Jack passed away on November 10, 2006.

Answer: Jack Lambert

This Jack played for the Pittsburgh Steelers during the years they won four Super Bowls. He was a middle linebacker who was known for his hard hits. He was picked for the Pro Bowl nine out of the eleven years he played football. Howard Cosell asked him about the new rules for protecting quarterbacks, his reply was that they ought to make quarterbacks wear dresses. Jack is retired and living in a small town outside Pittsburgh and is active in community programs.

Answer: Jack Wagner

This Jack is better known for his recurring role as Frisco Jones on "General Hospital". It was during his several breaks from "G. H." that he played Dr. Peter Burns on "Melrose Place" and Nick Marone on "Bold and Beautiful". He was at one time romantically linked with Heather Locklear when they were on "Melrose Place". Jack continues to act in movies and TV shows.

Answer: Jack Klugman

This Jack is famous for playing Oscar Madison for 5 years on the TV series "The Odd Couple". He also played the same role earlier on Broadway for 2 years. Klugman played a medical examiner for 8 years on another TV series called "Quincy M.E.". He has played numerous roles on Broadway, TV and in the movies throughout his career. Jack passed away on December 24, 2012.