William Jacobs

American screenwriter and producer (1887-1953)

PersonDied aged 65humanQ17479220

Born: October 31, 1887
Died: September 30, 1953
Birthplace: Chicago
Place of death: Beverly Hills
Citizenship: United States
Occupation: film screenwriter
, film producer
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Languages spoken, written or signed: English

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William Jacobs was an American screenwriter and producer for Warner Bros. He wrote 13 Hollywood films and produced 59 more, including musicals.

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Sex or gender: male
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Given name: William
Family name: Jacobs
Work location: United States
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