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Delbert Mann - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 30, 1920 |
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| Died | November 11, 2007 (age 87) |
| Birthplace | Lawrence, Kansas, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Delbert Mann's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning director of 'Marty' (1955) and his significant contributions to television and film direction. |
Intro
Delbert Mann was an American film and television director best known for his work during the Golden Age of Television and for winning the Academy Award for Best Director for the film 'Marty' (1955).
Early Life & Background
Raised in Kansas and later Tennessee, Delbert Mann attended Vanderbilt University, graduating in 1941. He served as a bomber pilot during World War II before attending Yale Drama School, where he developed his interest in directing.
Career Highlights
- Directed 'Marty' (1955), which won the Academy Award for Best Director and Best Picture.
- Directed notable films such as 'Separate Tables' (1958), 'The Bachelor Party' (1957), and 'Middle of the Night' (1959).
- Worked extensively in television, directing over 100 live television dramas in the 1950s.
- Served as president of the Directors Guild of America from 1967 to 1971.
Trivia
- 'Marty' remains one of the few films to win both the Palme d'Or (Cannes) and the Academy Award for Best Picture.
- Delbert Mann was part of the generation of television directors who successfully transitioned to Hollywood films.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Delbert Mann born?
Delbert Mann was born the 30 January 1920.
Where is Delbert Mann from?
Lawrence, Kansas, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About January 30th, 1920, in brief:
- Historical events: Patrick Heron, a prominent British abstract painter, was born on January 30, 1920. His work is known for its vibrant colors and innovative use of form, contributing significantly to the development of modern art in the UK.
- Day of the week: January 30th, 1920 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: That Naughty Waltz by Eddy Brown
- Popular movie: Way Down East directed by D.W. Griffith
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