William A. Wellman, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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American director, actor
Date of Birth: 29-Feb-1896
Place of Birth: Brookline, Massachusetts, United States
Date of Death: 09-Dec-1975
Profession: screenwriter, actor, aircraft pilot, film director
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Pisces 
About William A. Wellman
- William Augustus Wellman (February 29, 1896 – December 9, 1975) was an American film director notable for his work in crime, adventure and action genre films, often focusing on aviation themes, a particular passion.
- He also directed several well-regarded satirical comedies.
- Beginning his film career as an actor, he went on to direct over 80 films, at times co-credited as producer and consultant.
- In 1927, Wellman famously directed Wings, which became the first film to win an Academy Award for Best Picture at the 1st Academy Awards ceremony.
- He also won the Academy Award for Best Story for his film A Star Is Born.
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William A. Wellman drama director. An autographed picture 1937
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