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Truman Capote: American author (1924-1984).
Born (died at age 59).
Truman Capote has 6 credits in our database.
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Filmography (6)
Biography
Truman Garcia Capote ( kə-POH-tee; born Truman Streckfus Persons; September 30, 1924 – August 25, 1984) was an American novelist, screenwriter, playwright, and actor. Several of his short stories, novels, and plays have been praised as literary classics, and he is regarded as one of the founders of New Journalism, along with Gay Talese, Hunter S. Thompson, Norman Mailer, Joan Didion, and Tom Wolfe. His work and his life story have been adapted into and have been the subject of more than 20 films and television productions. Capote had a troubled childhood caused by his parents' divorce, a long absence from his mother, and multiple moves.
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How old was Truman Capote?
Truman Capote was born on and passed away on at the age of 59.
What movies or shows has Truman Capote been in?
Truman Capote has 6 credits in our database. Notable titles include Children on Their Birthdays (2002), Murder by Death (1976), The Glass House (1972), Trilogy (1969), Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961).
Where can I find more information about Truman Capote?
You can find more about Truman Capote on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
