Directors born on December 15

Take a focused look at the directors born on December 15. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1952 Julie Taymor

  Julie Taymor is an acclaimed American director and writer best known for her innovative work in theater, opera, and film. She gained international fame for directing the Broadway adaptation of Disney's 'The Lion King', which won multiple Tony Awards and became one of the most successful stage productions in history. [bio]