Tennessee Williams
American dramatist
Tennessee Williams Rank
About Tennessee Williams
Thomas Lanier Williams III, recognized by his pen name Tennessee Williams, was a highly esteemed playwright. He is considered as part of the best playwrights of the American drama industry.
He started becoming popular after his memory play titled “The Glass Menagerie” premiered in 1944. Some of his popular works include “The Night of the Iguana” and “Sweet Bird of Youth”.
Family
He was born to Cornelius Coffin Williams and Edwina Dakin. He had two siblings named as Walter Dakin Williams and Rose Isabel Williams.
Achievements
In 2009, he was posthumously inducted into the Poets' Corner located at the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine.
Trivia
He wrote in his last will and testament that he wants to be buried at sea after his death.
Tennessee Williams Rank
Tennessee Williams photo gallery
F.A.Q. about Tennessee Williams
When is his birthday?
Tennessee Williams' birthday is on March 26, 1911.
In how many days is his birthday?
Tennessee's birthday is in 122 days
How old was Tennessee when he died?
He was 71 years old.
When did he die?
He died in February 25, 1983.
How old would he be today?
Tennessee Williams would be 113 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Tennessee from?
He was born in Columbus, Mississippi, U.S..