About William H. Ziegler
Lived 1909 – 1977 (aged 67). William H. Ziegler was an American film editor.
Cropped screenshot of James Stewart from the trailer for the film Rope. William H. Ziegler (September 4, 1909 in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania – July 2, 1977 in Encino, California) was an American film editor. He edited over 100 films during his long career, most notably The Music Man, My Fair Lady and Strangers on a Train. He also edited several of the Our Gang shorts.
Oscar nominations All three nominations were in the category of Best Film Editing
31st Academy Awards-Nominated for Auntie Mame. Lost to Gigi. 35th Academy Awards-Nominated for The Music Man. Lost to Lawrence of Arabia. 37th Academy Awards-Nominated for My Fair Lady. Lost to Mary Poppins.
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Who was William H. Ziegler?
American film editor (1909-1977)
When was William H. Ziegler born?
William H. Ziegler was born on 4 September 1909 in Philadelphia.
When did William H. Ziegler die?
William H. Ziegler died on 2 July 1977 in Encino.
What was William H. Ziegler's occupation?
William H. Ziegler was a film editor.
What nationality was William H. Ziegler?
William H. Ziegler was American.
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· Wikipedia: William H. Ziegler
· DBpedia: William Ziegler (film editor)
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