William Goldman

William Goldman was a famous American novelist, playwright, and screenwriter, who was born on August 12, 1931. As a person born on this date, William Goldman is listed in our database as the 38th most popular celebrity for the day (August 12) and the 69th most popular for the year (1931).

People born on August 12 fall under the Zodiac sign of Leo, the Lion. William Goldman is the 1044th most popular Leo.

Aside from information specific to William Goldman's birthday, William Goldman is the 6618th most famous American and ranks 146th in famous people born in Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

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