William Goldman: Quick Facts

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Born	August 12, 1931 • Highland Park • Illinois
Died	November 16, 2018 (aged 87) • New York City • New York • (Anniversary in 3 days)
Awards And Honors	Edgar Award (1979) • Academy Award (1977) • Academy Award (1970) • Edgar Award (1967)
Notable Works	“Adventures in the Screen Trade: A Personal View of Hollywood and Screenwriting” • “Blood, Sweat and Stanley Poole” • “Brothers” • “Marathon Man” • “Soldier in the Rain” • “The Princess Bride” • “The Temple of Gold”
Notable Family Members	brother James Goldman