Norman Thaddeus Vane, a multifaceted individual, was born Norman Theodore Vein on July 7, 1928, in the charming town of Brookhaven, New York.
Growing up in Patchogue, New York, Norman's early life laid the foundation for his future endeavors.
Before pursuing his passion for playwriting, Norman served his country by joining the Merchant Marine for one year and the Air Force for two years, where he was stationed at the Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, Georgia.
Following his military service, Norman attended Columbia University, where he honed his skills in playwriting.
In 1952, Norman wrote his first play, "The Penguin," which starred Martin Landau and received favorable reviews when it opened Off-Broadway.
However, his debut Broadway play, "Harbor Lights," unfortunately ran for only four performances.
The 1960s and early 1970s found Norman living in London, England, where he not only wrote and directed his first two films but also ran three nightclubs and contributed to Penthouse magazine as a writer.
In 1974, Norman relocated to California, where he went on to write, direct, and/or produce several low-budget movies.
Tragically, Norman Thaddeus Vane passed away on May 2, 2015, at the age of 86, due to heart failure, at his home in Hollywood, California.
