Garry Marshall

Garry Marshall Born November 13, 1934 in New York City, New York, USA Died July 19, 2016 in Los Angeles, California, USA (pneumonia) Birth Name Garry Kent Maschiarelli Height 5' 10" (1.78 m) Garry Marshall was born on November 13, 1934 in New York City, New York, USA as Garry Kent Maschiarelli. He was a writer and producer, known for Pretty Woman (1990), The Princess Diaries (2001) and Happy Days (1974). He was married to Barbara Marshall. He died on July 19, 2016 in Los Angeles, California, USA. Spouse (1) Barbara Marshall (9 March 1963 - 19 July 2016) ( his death) ( 3 children) Hector Elizondo was contracted to work in all his movies Had worked with actor Hector Elizondo on every film he'd ever made, whether in a major/minor supporting role or uncredited cameo. Frequently cast Hector Elizondo, Patrick Richwood and Larry Miller Marshall was known for his obsession with basketball: his contract had often obligated studios to provide a basketball court on his film locations. Known for the photo albums he made on each of his movies, taking separate pictures of himself with every member of the cast and crew. Attended Northwestern University (Evanston, IL), where he had a building specializing in radio/television/film production named for him and his wife. Graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School in New York [1952] Career started as a comedy writer. Was afraid of heights. Was the son of Anthony W. Marshall and Marjorie Marshall (née Ward), a dance instructor. Was the brother of Penny Marshall and Ronny Hallin (née Marshall). Was the father of Lori Marshall, Kathleen Marshall, and Scott Marshall. Was the uncle of Tracy Reiner, Penny Lee Hallin, Judy Hallin and Wendy S. Hallin. Owned and operated the Falcon Theater in Burbank, California along with his daughter, Kathleen Marshall. Played the husband of his real-life sister Penny Marshall in Hocus Pocus (1993). His mother, Marjorie Marshall, appeared in the Happy Days (1974) episode, Happy Days: Beauty Contest (1976), as "Mrs. Weiss", the piano player. Was original choice to direct Sleepless in Seattle (1993). Former brother-in-law of Rob Reiner. Counted Julie Andrews as one of his favorite director/actor working experiences because she could act, she can sing, she's a lady who can curse with perfect diction. His father was of Italian descent. His maternal grandfather had English, Scottish, and Irish ancestry, and his maternal grandmother was of German descent. Directed one Oscar nominated performance: Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman (1990). Sam Wood's "Pride of the Yankees" is Marshall's favorite film. The original Odd Couple TV series, of which Marshall was Executive Producer, gave the date of November 13 as the date Felix was thrown out by his wife in the opening narration. This was the same date as Marshall's birthday. Has said that because of his New York City background and accent, and that he Anglicized his last name, he would be erroneously believed or assumed to be Jewish. Marshall was planning a sequel to the Princess Diaries movies he directed with actresses Anne Hathaway and Julie Andrews shortly before his death. After his passing, the project never got off the ground. Personal Quotes (4) There is more to life than show business. When in doubt, you bring in relatives. Nepotism is a part of my work. [Julia Roberts] was young, but just fearless, and she was obviously popping off the screen. Watching her grow up has been one of my pleasures. In the education of the American people, I am Recess.