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Waldon O. Watson

1907 – 1986

Sound engineer

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About Waldon O. Watson

Lived 1907 – 1986 (aged 79). Waldon O. Watson was an American audio engineer and audio engineering.

Waldon O. Watson (January 20, 1907 – August 15, 1986) was an American sound engineer. He was nominated for six Academy Awards in the category Sound Recording. He worked on nearly 150 films between 1948 and 1973.

Selected filmography Flower Drum Song (1961) That Touch of Mink (1962) Captain Newman, M.D. (1963) Father Goose (1964) Shenandoah (1965) Gambit (1966)

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Important facts

Born
20 January 1907, Los Angeles
Birth century
20th century
Died
15 August 1986, Fullerton
Occupation
Audio engineer, Audio engineering
Nationality
United States
Awards
John A. Bonner Medal of Commendation

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Waldon O. Watson?

sound engineer (1907-1986)

When was Waldon O. Watson born?

Waldon O. Watson was born on 20 January 1907 in Los Angeles.

When did Waldon O. Watson die?

Waldon O. Watson died on 15 August 1986 in Fullerton.

What was Waldon O. Watson's occupation?

Waldon O. Watson was an audio engineer and audio engineering.

What nationality was Waldon O. Watson?

Waldon O. Watson was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Waldon O. Watson

· Wikidata: Q1479484

· DBpedia: Waldon O. Watson

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