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Sacha Guitry

(1885–1957) Screenwriter France

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Sacha Guitry was a screenwriter from France, best known for Théâtre ....

Quick Facts About Sacha Guitry

Born
February 21, 1885
Died
July 24, 1957
Nationality
France
Profession
Screenwriter
Notable works
Théâtre ...
Spouse
Yvonne Printemps

About Sacha Guitry

Alexandre-Pierre Georges "Sacha" Guitry was a French stage actor, film actor, director, screenwriter, and playwright of the boulevard theatre. He was the son of a leading French actor, Lucien Guitry, and followed his father into the theatrical profession. He became known for his stage performances, particularly in boulevardier roles. He was also a prolific playwright, writing 115 plays throughout his career. He was married five times, always to rising actresses whose careers he furthered. Probably his best-known wife was Yvonne Printemps to whom he was married between 1919 and 1932.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Officer of the Legion of Honour Commander of the Legion of Honour Officier de l'Instruction publique Commander of the order of Nichan Iftikhar Commander of the Order of Saint-Charles Officer of the Order of Leopold Commander of the Order of Polonia Restituta

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