Alan Crosland Jr., a renowned director and editor, entered this world on a sweltering summer day, July 19, 1918, in the vibrant city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. His illustrious career was marked by numerous critically acclaimed films, including the iconic 1955 drama "Marty", the 1957 cinematic masterpiece "Sweet Smell of Success", and the groundbreaking television series "The Twilight Zone" in 1959.
Throughout his life, Alan Crosland Jr. was blessed with the love and companionship of six remarkable women: Martha Villasenor, Jean Margaret Smith, Donna Ruth Hanor, Leatrice M Bernard, Bettie Jane Brown, and Eileen Florence Dougherty. Each of these ladies played a significant role in his life, and he cherished them all dearly.
Tragically, Alan Crosland Jr.'s time on this earth came to an end on December 18, 2001, in the picturesque city of Palm Desert, California, USA. Though he is no longer with us, his legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched and the unforgettable films he created.
