King Vidor

Quick Facts

Full Name	King Vidor
Occupation	Director
Date Of Birth	Feb 8, 1894(1894-02-08)
Age	130
Date Of Death	Nov 1, 1982 (88 age)
Birthplace	Galveston
Country	United States
Birth City	Texas
Horoscope	Aquarius

King Vidor Biography

King Vidor is one of the most popular and richest Director who was born on February 8, 1894 in Galveston, Texas, United States. American writer, director, producer, and screenwriter whose career spanned almost seven decades.

He entered the Guinness Book of World Records as the film director with the longest career. Ranulph Fiennes was listed as the world’s greatest living explorer.

He married his first wife Florence Vidor in 1915, then Eleanor Boardman in 1926, and lastly Elizabeth Hill Vidor in 1937.

King Vidor Net Worth

King Vidor is one of the richest Director from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, King Vidor 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He survived the Galveston Hurricane.

He won eight international film awards and was nominated five times for a Best Director Oscar.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

King Vidor height 5 feet 11 inches King weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is King Vidor Dating?

According to our records, King Vidor married to Elizabeth Hill (m. 1932–1978), Eleanor Boardman (m. 1926–1931), Florence Vidor (m. 1915–1924). As of December 1, 2023, King Vidor’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

King Ranked on the list of most popular Director. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. King Vidor celebrates birthday on February 8 of every year.

Top Facts about King Vidor

1. King Vidor was an American film director and screenwriter.
2. He directed over 50 films in his career.
3. His most famous works include “The Big Parade” and “War and Peace”.
4. Vidor received five Academy Award nominations for Best Director.
5. He won an honorary Oscar in 1979 for his contributions to cinema.
6. Vidor was a pioneer of the Hollywood studio system.
7. He worked with many legendary actors, including Gary Cooper and Clark Gable.
8. Vidor’s films often explored themes of social justice and human dignity.
9. He was known for his innovative use of camera techniques.
10. Vidor passed away in 1982 at the age of 88, leaving behind a lasting legacy in film history.

Is Charles Vidor related to King Vidor?

He first came to prominence during the final years of the silent film era, working with Alex Korda among others. Contrary to common belief, he is not related to fellow director King Vidor (1894–1982).

What was unique about the film Hallelujah by King Vidor?

It is the first “black musical”. Hallelujah was King Vidor’s first sound film, and combined sound recorded on location and sound recorded post- production in Hollywood.

Did King Vidor have children?

Children

Why is King Vidor important?

King Wallis Vidor (/ˈviːdɔːr/; February 8, 1894 – November 1, 1982) was an American film director, film producer, and screenwriter whose 67-year film- making career successfully spanned the silent and sound eras. His works are distinguished by a vivid, humane, and sympathetic depiction of contemporary social issues.

Which organization banned the film Hallelujah from theaters?

The Southern Theatre Federation banned Hallelujah, and there was one Production Code Administration member who personally admired the film but felt that it would not play well in front of white audiences.