Frank Borzage
American film director and actor (1894-1962)
1894 — 1962
Quick Facts
Profession
American film director and actor (1894-1962)
Born
April 23, 1894
Died
1962 (age ~68)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, actor, film director
United StatesBorn in Salt Lake CityDied in Hollywood
1894
Born in Salt Lake City (1894-04-23)
1929
AwardAcademy Award for Best Director (Dramatic Picture)
1932
AwardAcademy Award for Best Director
1962
Died in Hollywood
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Frank Borzage was an American film director and actor. He was the first person to win the Academy Award for Best Director for his film 7th Heaven (1927) at the 1st Academy Awards.
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Who is Frank Borzage?+
Frank Borzage was an American film director and actor. He was the first person to win the Academy Award for Best Director for his film 7th Heaven (1927) at the 1st Academy Awards.
What does the name Frank mean?+
The name Frank means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is of English origin.
When was Frank Borzage born?+
Frank Borzage was born on April 23, 1894.
When did Frank Borzage die?+
Frank Borzage died in 1962, at approximately 68 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.
The name Frank is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Frank — April 23, 1894
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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— a cinephile
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— a night owl
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