Norman Wexler
American screenwriter
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About Norman Wexler
Norman Wexler was a famous screenwriter credited with penning hit films such as “Saturday Night Fever”, as well as “Serpico”, and “Joe”. The latter two works earned the American screenwriter Oscar nominations. But that’s not all he’s known for. Wexler’s works revived the musical genre in Hollywood.
Early Years
The Massachusetts native attended Harvard University and later moved to New York City, where he worked in advertising. During that period, he started writing plays before moving to Hollywood.
Career
Wexler wrote “Joe” in 1970 but it was “Saturday Night Fever” that helped Wexler become a renowned screenwriter. The film was successful in establishing the careers of famous actors like John Travolta. His other notable screenwriting works came in films such as “Mandingo”, “Drum”, and “Raw Deal.” The latter, a 1986 action film directed by American filmmaker John Irvin, starred Arnold Schwarzenegger, Darren McGavin, and Sam Wanamaker, among others.
Personal Life
He suffered from mental illness, and in 1972, Wexler was arrested for threatening to shoot U.S. President Richard Nixon. In 1999, he died of a heart attack.
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F.A.Q. about Norman Wexler
When is his birthday?
Norman Wexler's birthday is on August 16, 1926.
In how many days is his birthday?
Norman's birthday is in 205 days
How old was Norman when he died?
He was 73 years old.
When did he die?
He died in August 23, 1999.
How old would he be today?
Norman Wexler would be 98 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Norman from?
He was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, U.S..