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George Plimpton
- Born
- Active
- Started 1946
American writer (1927–2003).
Quick Facts
- Died
- 2003-09-25
- Occupation
- journalist · writer · actor · university teacher · screenwriter · American football player · television actor · film actor
- Citizenship
- United States
- Birthplace
- New York City
- Affiliation
- American Academy of Arts and Letters
Relationships
George Plimpton is the child of Francis Taylor Pearsons Plimpton and Pauline Plimpton.
Spouses & partners
- SpouseFreddy Medora Espy28 March 1968 — 1988
Family
- FatherFrancis Taylor Pearsons Plimpton
- MotherPauline Plimpton
Awards & Nominations
| Date / result | Award / category |
|---|---|
| 1969 Received | St. Louis Literary Award |
Education
George Plimpton’s education and training.
- Harvard University
- King's College
- Phillips Exeter Academy
- St. Bernard's School
- University of Cambridge
Languages
Native language
- English
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q1508079 ↗
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Portrait source & license ↗
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