S. J. Perelman
1904
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1979
photo credits: Wikimedia Commons
country of citizenship: United States of America
languages spoken, written or signed: English
educated at: Brown University, Classical High School
occupation: screenwriter, writer
award received: Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay
Sidney Joseph Perelman (February 1, 1904 – October 17, 1979) was an American humorist and screenwriter. He is best known for his humorous short pieces written over many years for The New Yorker. He also wrote for several other magazines, including Judge, as well as books, scripts, and screenplays. Perelman received an Academy Award for screenwriting in 1956. Source: Wikipedia (en)
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