Lee Strasberg
American director
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About Lee Strasberg
Lee Strasberg was a legendary Polish-born American actor, filmmaker and theater practitioner who, with renowned directors like Harold Clurman and Cheryl Crawford, formed the Group Theatre in 1931.
Strasberg had a major impact on American theater and film, as well as having trained numerous renowned actors, such as Anne Bancroft, Dustin Hoffmann, Montgomery Clift, and James Dean.
As an actor, he was most recognized for his roles in many films and Broadway productions such as "Going in Style", Peer Gynt, Three Sisters, and “Golden Boy”.
Parents
- Ida Diner
- Baruch Meyer Strassberg
Spouse
- Paula Strasberg (divorced in 1966)
- Nora Krecaun Strasberg (divorced in 1929)
Children
- Susan Strasberg
- David Lee Strasberg
- John Strasberg
- Adam Strasberg
Alma mater
Clare Tree Major School of the Theater
Achievements
- Academy Awards, USA – “Best Actor in a Supporting Role” – nominee (1975)
- Golden Globes, USA – “Most Promising Newcomer – Male” – nominee (1975)
- Venice Film Festival – “Best Actor” – winner (1980)
Trivia
In 1977, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
He was 1.65 meters tall.
Even though he was a straight-A student, he dropped out of high school following the loss of his elder sibling
He suffered a severe heart attack and died as a result.
He established the Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute in N.Y.C.
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F.A.Q. about Lee Strasberg
When is his birthday?
Lee Strasberg's birthday is on November 17, 1901.
In how many days is his birthday?
Lee's birthday is in 207 days
How old was Lee when he died?
He was 80 years old.
When did he die?
He died in February 17, 1982.
How old would he be today?
Lee Strasberg would be 122 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Lee from?
He was born in Budzanów, Austria-Hungary (present-day Ukraine).