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S. J. Perelman

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American humorist, author, and screenwriter (1904-1979)

United StatesWritersLived 1904 to 1979 · aged 75
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Sidney Joseph Perelman 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.

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1957Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay

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Sidney Joseph Perelman 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.

Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1904 to 1979 · aged 75
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9 languages

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