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Leon Shamroy

American cinematographer (1901-1974) · United States · On the map · Died at 72

Leon Shamroy, A.S.C. was an American film cinematographer known for his work in 20th Century Fox motion pictures shot in Technicolor. He and Charles Lang share the record for most Oscar nominations for Cinematography.

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1974Died7 July 19741964Academy Award for Best Cinematography, ColorAward1946Academy Award for Best Cinematography, ColorAward1945Academy Award for Best Cinematography, ColorAward1943Academy Award for Best Cinematography, ColorAward1901Born16 July 1901

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Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Color1964
Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Color1946
Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Color1945
Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Color1943
Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

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During his half-century career, he gained 18 nominations with 4 wins, sharing the record for wins with Joseph Ruttenberg.

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United States
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Deceased
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Lived 1901 to 1974 · aged 72

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