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About Harry Beaumont
The American director and screenwriter occupied a distinctive place among the best filmmakers during the silent film era. Beaumont's best-known works include the 1924 historical film “Beau Brummel,” which starred John Barrymore and Mary Astor.
Early Life
After dropping out of School, he worked with a traveling stock company and soon switched to stage acting.
Notable Works
He signed as an actor with Edison Studios and made several appearances in serials and short films. He later got into writing plays and directing. In a career that spanned over 3 decades, he directed such films as “The Great Lover,” “The Broadway Melody,” “Should Ladies Behave” and “Alias a Gentleman.” The filmmaker wrote the screenplays for “Burning the Candle” and “June Madness”. In his very illustrious career, he worked with such companies as Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Warner Brothers.
Personal Life
He married American film actress Hazel Daly, with whom he had twin daughters.
Recognition
Beaumont received an Oscar nomination for his directorial work on his adaptation of “When Ladies Meet.”
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F.A.Q. about Harry Beaumont
When is his birthday?
Harry Beaumont's birthday is on February 10, 1888.
In how many days is his birthday?
Harry's birthday is in 68 days
How old was Harry when he died?
He was 78 years old.
When did he die?
He died in December 22, 1966.
How old would he be today?
Harry Beaumont would be 135 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Harry from?
He was born in Abilene, Kansas, U.S..