Richard Donner

Director

Birthday April 24, 1930

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace The Bronx, NY

DEATH DATE Jul 5, 2021 (91)

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About

Director best known for his 1978 film Superman with Christopher Reeve. He also directed the 1980's films The GooniesScrooged and Lethal Weapon.

Before Fame

In the 1950's, he directed multiple episodes of the TV series Wanted: Dead or Alive, starring Steve McQueen.

Trivia

He served as executive producer for X-Men in 2000 and X-Men Origins: Wolverine in 2009.

Family Life

He married in 1985.

Associated With

He directed Josh Brolin in the cult adventure film The Goonies.