David Ward

Screenwriter

Birthday October 25, 1945

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Providence, RI

Age 80 years old

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About

Screenwriter and director, most recognized for his Oscar-winning film, The Sting, which was released in 1973. He also wrote the movies Major League and Sleepless in Seattle.

Before fame

He attended both UCLA and USC, obtaining his MFA from the former.

Trivia

He won an Academy Award for Best Screenplay in 1973 for his film, The Sting. He directed 6 movies throughout his career, including Major League and its sequel in 1994. 

Family life

He was born and raised in Providence, Rhode Island.

Associated with

He once worked with actor Charlie Sheen, who starred in his film Major League.