Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | May 3, 1913 |
Birth Place | Independence, KS |
Age | 107 YEARS OLD |
Died On | Jun 10, 1973 (age 60) |
Birth Sign | Taurus |
Net worth: $16 Million (2024)
William Inge, a renowned playwright hailing from Kansas, has accumulated a substantial net worth of $16 million as of 2024. Throughout his prolific career, Inge has captivated theater lovers worldwide with his exceptional writing skills and unique storytelling. His literary contributions to the dramatic arts have earned him both critical acclaim and financial success. With a remarkable body of work, Inge has become a prominent figure in the world of theater, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.
About
A twentieth-century American dramatist and Novelist, he is best known for his play, Picnic, which premiered at the Music Box Theatre and served as the Broadway debut of renowned actor, Paul Newman. Inge's other popular plays include The Dark at the Top of the Stairs and Bus Stop.
Before Fame
He graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech and Drama. He began his career as a drama critic for the St. Louis Star-Times.
Trivia
His play, Picnic, won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Family Life
He was raised in Independence, Kansas. At the age of sixty, he committed suicide.
Associated With
He was encouraged by Tennessee Williams to write his first play.