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Wendy Finerman Biography

Birth Name:Wendy Finerman

Birth Place:California, United States

Profession Producer

Fast Facts

  • She produced the Showtime film "In a Class of His Own," which garnered several awards for literacy and education in media
  • Her film "Forrest Gump" garnered numerous awards including the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1994, which became one of the highest grossing films of all time
  • Studied at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
  • Her feature films including "Stepmom," "The Devil Wears Prada," and "Forrest Gump․"
  • She owns her own production company Wendy Finerman Productions, which has produced films including "P․S․ I Love You," "Drumline," and "FairyTale: A True Story․"

Awards

  • 1994ACCA-Best Motion Picture: nominated
  • 1995Oscar-Best Picture: winner
  • 1995BAFTA Film Award-Best Film: nominated
  • 1995PGA Award-Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures: winner
  • 1998BAFTA Children's Award-Best Children's Film: winner
  • 2003Black Reel-Best Film: nominated