Donald Windham
American writer (1920-2010) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 89
Donald Windham was an American novelist and memoirist. He is perhaps best known for his close friendships with Truman Capote and Tennessee Williams. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Windham moved with his then-boyfriend Fred Melton, an artist, to New York City in 1939.
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About this person
In 1942 Windham collaborated with Williams on the play, You Touched Me!, which is based on a D. H. Lawrence short story with the same title. Windham received a Guggenheim Fellowship in 1960.
Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1920 to 2010 · aged 89
