Albert Wolsky was born in the City of Light, Paris, France, in 1930. He pursued his academic endeavors at City College of New York, laying the groundwork for a future in the travel industry. For several years, he immersed himself in this profession, but a creative itch soon led him to make a drastic career change. At the tender age of 30, Wolsky decided to trade in his luggage for a sewing machine and embark on a journey to become a costume designer.
His entry into the world of costume design was a humble one, as he worked as a "gofer" for the legendary Helene Pons, helping her bring the Adrian/Tony Duquette designs to life in the original Broadway production of "CAMELOT". It wasn't long before his talents were recognized by the industry's elite, and he began to assist some of the most renowned designers in New York, including the esteemed Theoni Aldridge. Within a mere six years, Wolsky was designing Broadway productions under his own name, and by 1968, he had earned his first film credit with "HEART IS A LONELY HUNTER".
As his skills and reputation grew, Wolsky made the transition to feature films, bringing the knowledge and expertise he had acquired on Broadway to the big screen. Over the next three decades, he amassed an impressive body of work, tackling every possible film genre with a consistent level of design quality. His affable nature and keen eye for detail not only earned him repeat assignments from his colleagues but also cemented his reputation as the go-to costume designer for Paul Muzarsky and the late Bob Fosse.
Throughout his illustrious career, Wolsky has been nominated for the Academy Award an impressive five times, taking home the coveted trophy twice. In addition, he has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Costume Designer's Guild, a testament to his enduring impact on the world of film and costume design.
