Oscar Hammerstein II
American librettist, lyricist, theatrical producer, and director of musicals (1895–1960)
1895 — 1960
Quick Facts
Profession
American librettist, lyricist, theatrical producer, and director of musicals (1895–1960)
Born
July 12, 1895
Died
1960 (age ~65)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
screenwriter, writer, record producer
United StatesBorn in New York CityDied in Doylestown
1895
Born in New York City (1895-07-12)
1942
AwardAcademy Award for Best Original Song
1944
AwardPulitzer Prize Special Citations and Awards
1946
AwardAcademy Award for Best Original Song
1950
AwardPulitzer Prize for Drama
1950
AwardTony Award for Best Musical
About
Oscar Greeley Clendenning Hammerstein II was an American lyricist, librettist, theatrical producer, and director in musical theater for nearly 40 years. He won eight Tony Awards and two Academy Awards for Best Original Song. Many of his songs are standard repertoire for vocalists and jazz musicians. He co-wrote 850 songs.
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Who is Oscar Hammerstein II?+
Oscar Greeley Clendenning Hammerstein II was an American lyricist, librettist, theatrical producer, and director in musical theater for nearly 40 years. He won eight Tony Awards and two Academy Awards for Best Original Song. Many of his songs are standard repertoire for vocalists and jazz musicians.
What does the name Oscar mean?+
The name Oscar means "A male given name from Irish or Old English.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Oscar Hammerstein II born?+
Oscar Hammerstein II was born on July 12, 1895.
When did Oscar Hammerstein II die?+
Oscar Hammerstein II died in 1960, at approximately 65 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Irish or Old English.
The name Oscar is of Spanish origin, meaning "A male given name from Irish or Old English.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Oscar — July 12, 1895
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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Guestbook
Legend.
— anon
That scene. You know the one. Oscar-worthy every time.
— a cinephile
You made my script better than I wrote it.
— a filmmaker
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