About Jeff Margolis
Lived 2000 – 2025. Jeff Margolis was an American film director.
Jeffrey Mark Margolis (October 14, 1946 – May 23, 2025) was an American television director and producer. He directed The Beatrice Arthur Special, Julie & Carol: Together Again (1989), and multiple Academy Awards ceremonies. He also directed the film Richard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979) and the educational video Be Somebody... or Be Somebody's Fool! (1984), featuring Mr. T.
In addition to his directing work, he won two Primetime Emmy Awards and was nominated for five more in the categories Outstanding Directing for a Variety Series and Outstanding Variety Special. He also won two Directors Guild of America Awards in the category Outstanding Directing for Musical Variety.
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Who was Jeff Margolis?
American film director
When was Jeff Margolis born?
Jeff Margolis was born in 2000.
When did Jeff Margolis die?
Jeff Margolis died on 23 May 2025.
What was Jeff Margolis's occupation?
Jeff Margolis was a film director.
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Jeff Margolis was American.
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