Obituary of Robert Altman

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Robert Altman

Robert Bernard Altman (born February 20, 1925 in Kansas City, Missouri) was a film director, screenwriter, and film producer who was best known for directing many films like "MASH" and the 1975 movie "Nashville". Robert died on November 20, 2006 and his death was because of leukemia. He died at age 81.

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Robert Altman Biography Wiki:

    • Religion: Catholic
    • Net Worth: $60 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Oscar Mayer Hotdogs
    • Favorite Color: Gray
    • Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
    • Favorite Actor: James Stewart

    Robert's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Robert Bernard Altman
    • Father: Bernard Clement Altman
    • Mother: Helen Altman (née Matthews)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • LaVonne Elmer (married 1946-divorced 1951)
      • Lotus Corelli (married 1954-divorced 1957)
      • Kathryn Reed (married 1959-2006, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Robert Reed Altman (born December 22, 1959)
      • Mike Altman (born 1955)
      • Stephen Altman (born October 15, 1956)
      • Mathew R. Altman (born May 7, 1966)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Christine Altman (born May 6, 1947)

Death Notice:

  • Date: November 20 2006 at age 81
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Leukemia

Category Tags:

Film DirectorScreenwriter Film Producer American Born on February 20th Born in 1925 Born in Missouri Died in 2006 Died at age 81 Died from Leukemia

Robert's Notable Roles:

  • MASH
  • Nashville

Quotable Quotes:

"What is a cult? It just means not enough people to make a minority." (IMDB)

"Robert Altman was a visionary filmmaker whose unique style and impact on cinema will be remembered for generations to come. (V)"

"Robert Altman was a highly acclaimed filmmaker whose career spanned over five decades before he passed away due to complications from a lifelong heart condition. (V)"

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