George Axelrod

Birth Name:

George Axelrod

Birth Place:

New York City, New York, United States

Profession

Writer, Producer, Director, Actor

Was a member of the Authors League of America and Writers Guild of America West
Had two children with Gloria Washburn and two with Joan Stanton
Son of renowned silent film actress Betty Carpenter
His career in entertainment began as a scriptwriter for radio programs, including "The Shadow" and "Grand Ole Opry․"
Served in the Army Signal Corps during the Second World War
Best known for writing the play "The Seven Year Itch" in 1952
Known for adapting the screenplays for the films "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and "The Manchurian Candidate․"

1956WGA Award (Screen) - Best Written American Comedy:Nominated
1956WGA Award (Screen) - Best Written American Comedy:Nominated
1957WGA Award (Screen) - Best Written American Comedy:Nominated
1962Oscar - Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium:Nominated
1962WGA Award (Screen) - Best Written American Comedy:Winner
1966Golden Berlin BearNominated
2002PGA Hall of Fame - Motion PicturesWinner

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