GEORGE FURTH

(1932 - 2008) 75

WRITER / ACTOR

Wikipedia Profile

George Furth, an actor and playwright who wrote the book for the innovative Stephen Sondheim musical "Company," died Monday in Santa Monica, Calif. He was 75. Full Article (Variety)

AWARDS

Tony Awards (1 win, 1 nomination):

  • 1970: Book of a Musical, Company (Winner)

Drama Desk Awards:

  • 1970: Book of a Musical, Company (Winner)
  • 1986: New Play, Precious Sons (Nominee)

NOTED WORKS

For a full filmography, visit: Internet Movie Database Profile

Plays:

  • Company (1970)
  • Merrily We Roll Along (1981)

Movies:

  • Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)
  • Blazing Saddles (1974)
  • Shampoo (1975)
  • Oh, God! (1977)
  • The Cannonball Run (1981)

Television Series:

  • Various Guest Appearances (1962-98)