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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Gene_WilderGene Wilder - Wikipedia

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   Gene Wilder (born Jerome Silberman, June 11, 1933 – August 29, 2016) was an American actor, comedian, writer and filmmaker. He was mainly known for his comedic roles, but also for his portrayal of Willy Wonka in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971).

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5. www.imdb.com › name › nm0000698Gene Wilder - IMDb

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   Gene Wilder. Actor: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. When he was 11, he wanted to be a comedian like Sid Caesar. Then, when he was 15 and saw Lee J. Cobb in 'Death of a Salesman,' he decided he would be a comedy actor and found that Mel Brooks was a great influence on his screen writing.

   • Occupation: Actor, Writer, Director
   • Birth Date: June 11, 1933

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   • Death Date: August 29, 2016

6. www.biography.com › actors › gene-wilderGene Wilder - Death, Movies & Facts - Biography

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   Apr 2, 2014 · Gene Wilder began his movie career in 1967's Bonnie and Clyde, but he became famous as a favorite of writer/director Mel Brooks. His wacky roles in films such as Willy Wonka & the Chocolate ...

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8. www.imdb.com › name › nm0000698Gene Wilder - Biography - IMDb

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   Gene Wilder. Actor: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. When he was 11, he wanted to be a comedian like Sid Caesar. Then, when he was 15 and saw Lee J. Cobb in 'Death of a Salesman,' he decided he would be a comedy actor and found that Mel Brooks was a great influence on his screen writing. He combined both talents with directing in The World's Greatest Lover (1977),...

   • Birth Date: June 11, 1933

   • Death Date: August 29, 2016

9. www.nytimes.com › 2016/08/30 › moviesGene Wilder Dies at 83; Star of ‘Willy Wonka’ and ‘Young ...

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   Aug 29, 2016 · Gene Wilder was born Jerome Silberman in Milwaukee on June 11, 1933. His father, William, a manufacturer and salesman of novelty items, was an immigrant from Russia. His mother, the former Jeanne ...

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    What religion is Gene Wilder?

    • Wilder was raised Jewish, but he held only the Golden Rule as his philosophy. In a book published in 2005, he stated, "I have no other religion. I feel very Jewish and I feel very grateful to be Jewish.

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    Did Gene Wilder have any children?

    • People are curious to know about Gene Wilder’s children. Wilder did not have any children of his own. Wilder adopted a girl who was the daughter of Mary Joan Schutz, a woman he was dating in the mid ’60s. He married Mary Joan in 1967, so this girl, Katharine Wilder became his daughter.

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    How many children does Gene Wilder have?

    • Gene Wilder only had one child. (Getty) Despite being married four times, Gene Wilder only had one child. He was married to Mary Mercier from 1960 to 1965. He was married to Mary Joan Schutz for seven years, and he adopted her daughter Katharine while they were married.

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    How did Gene Wilder become famous?

    • Gene Wilder began his movie career in 1967's Bonnie and Clyde, but he became famous as a favorite of writer/director Mel Brooks. His wacky roles in films such as Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, Blazing Saddles and Young Frankensteineimade him an unforgettable comedy icon.

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11. www.bbc.com › news › entertainment-arts-37248049Gene Wilder death: Star of Willy Wonka dies aged 83 - BBC News

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    Sep 1, 2016 · Gene Wilder's family said he died due to complications from Alzheimer's disease. US actor Gene Wilder, remembered by many for his lead role in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, has died at the ...

12. people.com › movies › gene-wilder-dies-willy-wonkaGene Wilder Dies: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factor Star Was 83

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    Aug 29, 2016 · Gene Wilder, the actor best known for his iconic role as Willy Wonka in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, has died at the age of 83. The actor died of complications from Alzheimer’s disease ...