Taylor Hackford

Date of Birth: December 31, 1944

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

Taylor Edwin Hackford is an American film director and producer whose works have left an indelible mark on the film industry. Born on December 31, 1944, in Santa Barbara, California, Hackford began his career in the entertainment industry as a documentary filmmaker. He rose to prominence with the release of his 1980 film “The Idolmaker,” which earned him critical acclaim. Hackford’s directorial prowess was further solidified with the success of “An Officer and a Gentleman” (1982), a film that won two Academy Awards and grossed over $130 million at the box office. Hackford has continued to direct and produce a diverse range of films, including “White Nights” (1985), “Dolores Claiborne” (1995), and “Ray” (2004), the latter of which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Director. His ability to elicit powerful performances from actors and his keen eye for storytelling have made him a respected figure in Hollywood. Hackford is also known for his marriage to British actress Helen Mirren, whom he married in 1997. The couple has been a staple of Hollywood’s elite, often seen together at various industry events.

5 Interesting Facts about Taylor Hackford

1. Taylor Hackford won his first Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film in 1979 for “Teenage Father.”

2. He directed the biographical film “Ray,” which earned Jamie Foxx an Academy Award for Best Actor.

3. Hackford served as the President of the Directors Guild of America from 2009 to 2013.

4. He worked as a Peace Corps volunteer in Bolivia before starting his film career.

5. Hackford’s film “An Officer and a Gentleman” featured the iconic song “Up Where We Belong,” which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Taylor Hackford

1. “Directing is a very, very selfish profession and I think it is a very fulfilling profession.”

2. “You can’t be afraid to fail. It’s the only way you succeed.”

3. “Making a film is like a military operation. You have to conquer each day and move on.”

4. “I think the hardest thing for a director is to have a vision and to stick with it.”

5. “The most important thing in filmmaking is to tell a story that resonates with people.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Taylor Hackford’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $30 million.

Children

Taylor Hackford has two children. His first son, Rio Hackford, was born in 1970 from his marriage to Georgie Lowres. His second son, Alexander Hackford, was born in 1979 from his marriage to Lynne Littman.