Peter Werner
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| Born | January 17, 1947 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 21, 2023 (aged 76) |
| Occupation(s) | Film, television director |
| Years active | 1971–2019 |
| Spouse(s) | Marie Ashton (divorced) Kedren Jones |
| Children | 3 |
| Parent(s) | Elizabeth Grumbach Werner Henry Werner |
| Family | Tom Werner (brother) |
Peter H. Werner (January 17, 1947 – March 21, 2023) was an American film and television director. His 1976 film, In the Region of Ice, won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.
Biography
Werner was born to a
In 1977, Werner won the
His television series credits include
Personal life and death
Werner's first wife was Marie Ashton; they later divorced.[6] His second wife was Kedren Jones.[6] Werner was the father of three children: Lillie Werner Singh, Katharine Werner, and James Werner. He was the older brother of television producer Tom Werner.[7]
Werner died of heart complications following a torn aorta in Wilmington, North Carolina, on March 21, 2023. He was 76.[8]
References
- ^ Silbiger, Steve The Jewish Phenomenon: Seven Keys to the Enduring Wealth of a People p. 91
- ^ a b New York Times: "Paid Notice: Deaths WERNER, ELIZABETH GRUMBACH" February 17, 2003
- ^ Peter Werner at The Official Academy Awards Database
- ^ "I Married A Centerfold". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. Archived from the original on September 13, 2013.
- ^ Memphis Jewish Film Festival: "FRONT OF THE CLASS" retrieved February 29, 2016
- ^ a b New York Times: "Weddings/Celebrations: Lillie Werner, Arun Singh" May 4, 2014
- ^ Peter Werner at FilmBug.com
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie. "Peter Werner Dies: Prolific TV Director & Oscar Winner Was 76". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 21, 2023.
External links
- Peter Werner at IMDb
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