William A. Wellman
(1896-1975)
American director, actor
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William Augustus Wellman (February 29, 1896 – December 9, 1975) was an American film director known for his work in crime, adventure, and action genre films, often focusing on aviation themes, a particular passion. He also directed several well-regarded satirical comedies. Beginning his film career as an actor, he went on to direct over 80 films, at times co-credited as producer and consultant. In 1927, Wellman directed Wings, which became the first film to win an Academy Award for Best Picture at the 1st Academy Awards ceremony.
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William Augustus Wellman 29 February 1896 Brookline, Massachusetts
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9 December 1975 (aged 79) Los Angeles, California
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William Wellman Jr. 4th child with Dorothy Coonan Wellman Male b. 20 Jan 1937 Age: 88 1937- American actor -
Kathleen Kent Wellmann 5th child with Dorothy Coonan Wellman Female b. 13 Mar 1939 d. 19 Feb 2019 Age: 79 (at death) 1939-2019 American, Actress -
Celia McCarthy Wellman 6th child with Dorothy Coonan Wellman Female b. 13 Mar 1943 Age: 82 1943- American, Actress
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