William Blake Crump (July 22, 1922 â€" December 15, 2010), better
known by his stage name, Blake Edwards, was an American
filmmaker.Edwards began his career in the 1940s as an actor, but he
soon began writing screenplays and radio scripts before turning to
producing and directing in television and films. His best-known films
include Breakfast at Tiffany's, Days of Wine and Roses, 10,
Victor/Victoria, and the hugely successful Pink Panther film series
with British actor Peter Sellers. Often thought of as primarily a
director of comedies, he also directed several drama, musical, and
detective films. Late in his career, he transitioned to writing,
producing, and directing for theater.In 2004, he received an Honorary
Academy Award in recognition of his writing, directing, and producing
an extraordinary body of work for the screen.
known by his stage name, Blake Edwards, was an American
filmmaker.Edwards began his career in the 1940s as an actor, but he
soon began writing screenplays and radio scripts before turning to
producing and directing in television and films. His best-known films
include Breakfast at Tiffany's, Days of Wine and Roses, 10,
Victor/Victoria, and the hugely successful Pink Panther film series
with British actor Peter Sellers. Often thought of as primarily a
director of comedies, he also directed several drama, musical, and
detective films. Late in his career, he transitioned to writing,
producing, and directing for theater.In 2004, he received an Honorary
Academy Award in recognition of his writing, directing, and producing
an extraordinary body of work for the screen.
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