Truman Capote

Truman Capote

September 30, 1924 (100 years old) in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Truman Capote was an American author, many of whose short stories, novels, plays, and nonfiction are recognized literary classics. At least 20 films and television dramas have been produced from Capote novels, stories and screenplays. Capote rose above a childhood troubled by divorce, a long absence from his mother and multiple migrations. He discovered his calling by the age of 11, and for the rest of his childhood he honed his writing ability. Capote began his professional career writing short stories. Capote earned the most fame with In Cold Blood (1966), a book Capote spent four years writing. A milestone in popular culture, it was the peak of his career, although it was not his final book. In the 1970s, he maintained his celebrity status by appearing on television talk shows.

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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
The Dick Cavett Show The Dick Cavett Show
American Experience American Experience
The Mike Douglas Show The Mike Douglas Show
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In

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