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Facts

Also Known As Samuel Cohen
Born June 18, 1913 • New York City • New York
Died January 15, 1993 (aged 79) • Los Angeles • California
Awards And Honors Academy Award (1964) • Academy Award (1960) • Academy Award (1958) • Academy Award (1955)
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