William A. Wellman
William Augustus Wellman (February 29, 1896 – December 9, 1975) was an American film director known for his work in crime, adventure, and action genre films, often focusing on aviation themes, a particular passion. He also directed several well-regarded satirical comedies. Beginning his film career as an actor, he went on to direct over 80 films, at times co-credited as producer and consultant. In 1927, Wellman directed Wings, which became the first film to win an Academy Award for Best Picture at the 1st Academy Awards ceremony.
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| Full name at birth | William Augustus Wellman
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| Claim to fame | A Star is Born (1937)
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| Date of birth | 29 February 1896
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| Place of birth | Brookline, Massachusetts
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| Date of death | 9 December 1975
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| Age | 79 (age at death)
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| Place of death | Los Angeles, California
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| Cause of death | Leukemia
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| Resting place | Cremated, Ashes scattered at sea
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| Occupation | Director, Producer, Writer
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| High school | Newton High School in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts (expelled)
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- Directed 7 different actors in Oscar-nominated performances: Fredric March, Janet Gaynor, Brian Donlevy, Robert Mitchum, James Whitmore, Jan Sterling, and Claire Trevor.
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