Paddy Chayefsky
Screenwriter

Paddy Chayefsky Net Worth

Paddy Chayefsky was a renowned screenwriter from television's 'golden age' who was born on January 29, 1923 in New York City, NY. He was the only screenwriter to have won three Oscars for Best Screenplay without the help of a co-writer, making him one of the most acclaimed screenwriters of all time.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 29, 1923
Birth Place New York City, NY
Age 97 YEARS OLD
Died On Aug 1, 1981 (age 58)
Birth Sign Aquarius

💰 Net worth: $1.1 Million (2024)

About

One of the most acclaimed screenwriters from television's 'golden age' and the only Screenwriter to have received three Oscars for Best Screenplay without the help of a co-writer.

Before Fame

His early episodes for the television shows Danger and Manhunt got him a writing job with NBC.

Trivia

His first Oscar was attained in 1955, after his screenplay for 1955's Marty was recognized.

Family Life

He grew up in Bronx, New York, to Ukrainian Jewish parents.

Associated With

He wrote the iconic 1975 film, Network, with the help of his friend and fellow Director Sidney Lumet.

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