George Abbott

George Francis Abbott (June 25, 1887 – January 31, 1995) was an American theatre producer and director, playwright, screenwriter, and movie director and producer. His career lasted from 1913 until 1995. He won six Tony Awards, a Pulitzer Prize and Drama Desk Award. Abbott was born in Forestville, New York. He was known for directing and writing many Broadway plays.

Abbott died on January 31, 1995 in Miami Beach, Florida from a stroke at the age of 107."Theater's `Mr. Abbott' Dies At 107" Seattle Times, February 1, 1995

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