The renowned comedian, a pivotal figure in the development of the renowned "Second City Improv" company, collaborated with a talented ensemble of artists, including the illustrious Elaine May, Paul Sills, Byrne Piven, Joyce Hiller Piven, and Edward Asner. This collective, influenced by the innovative games taught to them by Paul Sills' mother, Viola Spolin, a renowned expert in her field, laid the groundwork for the esteemed improv troupe.
Personal Details
BornNov 6, 1931 Berlin, Germany
Spouse
Diane Sawyer
( Apr 29, 1988 to Nov 19, 2014 )Annabel Davis-Goff
( Jul 24, 1976 to Dec 31, 1969 )Margot Callas
( Jul 1, 1963 to Dec 31, 1969 )Patricia Scot
( Jun 4, 1957 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Parents
- Paul Peschkowsky
- Brigitte Peschkowsky
Biography
Career
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1997

The Designated Mourner as Jack
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2017
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2016
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2015
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2012
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2006
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2003
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2001
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1996
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1995
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1988
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1986
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1981
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1970
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1962

Julie and Carol at Carnegie Hall as Writer
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2007

Charlie Wilson's War as Director
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2004

Closer as Director
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2001

Wit as Director, Writer
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2000

What Planet Are You From? as Director
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1998

Primary Colors as Director
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1996

The Birdcage as Director
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1994

Wolf as Director
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1991

Regarding Henry as Director
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1990

Postcards from the Edge as Director
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1988

Working Girl as Director
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Biloxi Blues as Director
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1986

Heartburn as Director
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1983

Silkwood as Director
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1980

Gilda Live as Director
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1975

The Fortune as Director
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1973

The Day of the Dolphin as Director
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1971

Carnal Knowledge as Director
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1970

Catch-22 as Director
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1967

The Graduate as Director
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1966

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? as Director
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2018

Battlefish as Creator