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Blake Edwards
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Blake Edwards

Actor · born June 26, 1922 · died 2010

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Blake Edwards was an American filmmaker, producer, and screenwriter. Often thought of as primarily a director of comedies, he also directed several drama, musical, and detective films. Late in his career, he took up writing, producing and directing for theater.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. ~61Received the César Award for Best Foreign Film1983
  2. ~80Named Edgar Awards2002
  3. ~82Received the Academy Honorary Award2004

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