Paddy Chayefsky
Sidney Aaron "Paddy" Chayefsky (January 29, 1923 – August 1, 1981) was an American playwright, screenwriter and novelist. He is the only person to have won three solo Academy Awards for writing both adapted and original screenplays.[1] He won an Academy, BAFTA and Golden Globe Award.
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| Born | Sidney Aaron Chayefsky January 29, 1923 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | August 1, 1981 (aged 58) New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Lung cancer |
| Resting place | Kensico Cemetery, Valhalla, New York |
| Alma mater | City College of New York (1943) |
| Occupation(s) | Playwright, novelist and screenwriter |
| Years active | 1944–1980 |
| Spouse | Susan Sackler (m. 1949) |
| Children | 1 |
References
- Paddy Chayefsky papers, 1907–1998 (bulk 1952–1981), held by the Billy Rose Theatre Division, New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
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