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Bibliography. Notes. References. Bibliography. External links. 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).
- Gene’s Parents, William J. and Jeanne Silberman, Inspired Him. Gene Wilder was born Jerome Silberman in Wisconsin in 1933. His dad, William J. Silberman, and his maternal grandparents were Russian Jewish immigrants.
- Gene’s Sister, Corinne Silberman Pearlman, Sparked His Interest in Acting. Gene was inspired to pursue acting by his sister, he said in an interview with Turner Classic Movies.
- Gene’s Adopted Daughter, Katharine Wilder, Stays Out of the Spotlight. Gene’s adopted daughter, Katharine Wilder, has stayed far away from the spotlight.
- Gene’s Nephew, Jordan Walker-Pearlman, Is a Film Director. Gene’s nephew, Jordan Walker-Pearlman, released a touching statement about his uncle after Gene’s death, Variety reported.
Aug 29, 2016 · More information. Wilder was born Jerome Silberman on June 11, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of Jeanne (Baer) and William J. Silberman, a manufacturer and salesman of novelty items. His father was a Russian Jewish immigrant, as were his maternal grandparents.
William J. Silberman. Birth. 8 May 1900. Russia. Death. 30 May 1973 (aged 73) Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, USA. Burial. Beth Hamedrosh Hagodel Cemetery.
Feb 3, 2022 · William J Silberman. Birthdate: May 08, 1900. Birthplace: Stepan, Sarnensky, Rivnenska, Ukraine. Death: May 30, 1973 (73) Wisconsin, United States. Place of Burial: Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States of America.
Quick Facts. Also Known As: Jerome Silberman. Died At Age: 83. Family: Spouse/Ex-: Gilda Radner (1984–89), Karen Boyer (1991–present), Mary Joan Schutz (1967–74), Mary Mercier (1960–65) father: William J. Silberman. mother: Jeanne Baer Silberman. children: Katharine Wilder. Born Country: United States. Quotes By Gene Wilder Jewish Actors.
Overview. Born. June 11, 1933 · Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Died. August 29, 2016 · Stamford, Connecticut, USA (complications from Alzheimer's disease) Birth name. Jerome Silberman. Height. 5′ 10½″ (1.79 m) Mini Bio. When he was 11, he wanted to be a comedian like Sid Caesar.
