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George Furth - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 14, 1932 |
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| Died | August 11, 2008 (age 75) |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also George Furth's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Writing the book for the musical 'Company' and appearing as a character actor in films and television. |
Intro
George Furth was an American librettist, playwright, and actor, most renowned for his collaborations with Stephen Sondheim, including writing the book for the acclaimed musical 'Company.' Furth was also a prolific character actor in film and television, with a career spanning several decades.
Early Life & Background
George Furth was born in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in speech and later received a master's degree from Columbia University.
Career Highlights
- Won the Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical for 'Company' (1971)
- Collaborated with Stephen Sondheim on several musicals, including 'Company' and 'Merrily We Roll Along'
- Noted for supporting roles in films such as 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' and 'Blazing Saddles'
- Appeared in TV series such as 'Batman' and 'Happy Days'
Trivia
- Furth was also a member of the Actors Studio.
- He started his career as an actor before gaining prominence as a playwright and librettist.
FAQs
People also ask
When was George Furth born?
George Furth was born the 14 December 1932.
Where is George Furth from?
Chicago, Illinois, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About December 14th, 1932, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 14th, 1932 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Willow Weep for Me by Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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