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William H. Clothier

American cinematographer (1903-1996)

  • Fame42.0
  • Momentum0.0
  • Wikipedia462
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Lived 1903–1996, aged 93United States
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    7 languages
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  • Era
    1903–1996
    Aged 93
  • Known for
    John Wayne's 'The Alamo'
    1992
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Updated 2026-06-20

William H. Clothier, ASC was an American cinematographer and television producer, best known as the favored director of photography for John Wayne. He was twice nominated for the Academy Award for Best Cinematography, for The Alamo (1960) and Cheyenne Autumn (1964). He received the American Society of Cinematographers' President's Award in 1995.

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