Blake Edwards

Blake Edwards (born William Blake Crump; July 26, 1922 – December 15, 2010) was an American writer, film director, actor, screenwriter, and film producer. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he held United States citizenship. He was a versatile director, contributing to various genres like comedy, slapstick, comedy-drama, musical film, adventure film, action film, and western(76120862)(76120863)(76120864)(76120874)(76120896)(76120897). Edwards' career spanned from 1942 to 1995(76120859).

Known by the nickname "Blackie", Edwards was the creator of the character Inspector Clouseau. He directed films such as "A Fine Mess"(86125108), "Darling Lili"(86639305), and "10"(86662626). Other notable films directed by Edwards include "Breakfast at Tiffany's"(76120914), "The Pink Panther"(76120943), and "Victor/Victoria"(76120979).

Edwards married acclaimed actress Julie Andrews, and they had two children, Jennifer Edwards and Geoffrey Edwards(36290417)(36290418). His father, J. Gordon Edwards, was also in the filmmaking industry. Over the course of his long career, Edwards received multiple awards, such as the Golden Raspberry Awards, Honorary Academy Award, César Award, and Writers Guild of America Award(76120983)(76120985)(76120987). Blake Edwards passed away on December 15, 2010, in Santa Monica, California(8333987).