American writer/director/producer Norman Lear was a graduate of Emerson College. After wartime air force service, Lear became a radio and TV comedy writer, gaining his first "fame" when he was publicly fired by Martin and Lewis. Read Full Biography
| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Original Screenplay | Divorce American Style | Nominated |
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