Woody Allen

Date of Birth: December 1, 1935

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Woody Allen, born Allan Stewart Konigsberg on December 1, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, is an American director, writer, actor, and comedian whose career spans more than six decades. Allen began his career as a comedy writer, penning jokes and scripts for television and publishing several books of short humor pieces. He transitioned to stand-up comedy in the early 1960s, developing a distinctive, self-deprecating style. In the mid-1960s, Allen began writing and directing films, starting with “What’s New, Pussycat?” (1965). His films are known for their witty dialogue, neurotic characters, and exploration of complex relationships. Some of his most acclaimed works include “Annie Hall” (1977), which won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay; “Manhattan” (1979); and “Hannah and Her Sisters” (1986). Allen’s career has not been without controversy, particularly concerning his personal life. In the early 1990s, allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced, which he has consistently denied. Despite these controversies, Allen has continued to make films that often premiere at major international festivals.

5 Interesting Facts about Woody Allen

1. Woody Allen’s birth name is Allan Stewart Konigsberg.

2. He has been nominated for 24 Academy Awards and has won four.

3. Allen is an accomplished jazz clarinetist and performs regularly with his New Orleans Jazz Band.

4. Despite being a New Yorker, many of his later films, such as “Midnight in Paris” and “Vicky Cristina Barcelona,” are set in European cities.

5. He is known for rarely attending the Academy Awards, even when he has been nominated or won.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Woody Allen

1. “Eighty percent of success is showing up.”

2. “I don’t want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality by not dying.”

3. “Life is full of misery, loneliness, and suffering—and it’s all over much too soon.”

4. “I’m not afraid of death; I just don’t want to be there when it happens.”

5. “The heart wants what it wants.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth Woody Allen has achieved is estimated to be around $140 million.

Children

Woody Allen has five children. He adopted two children, Moses Farrow and Dylan Farrow, with Mia Farrow. With his current wife, Soon-Yi Previn, he has two adopted daughters, Bechet Dumaine Allen and Manzie Tio Allen.