Joseph Brooks

Director of 'You Light Up My Life'

Joseph Brooks - Director of 'You Light Up My Life'
Born

1938
87 years ago

Died

May 22nd, 2011
14 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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This individual served as a director, producer, screenwriter, and composer. Achieved prominence with the 1977 film 'You Light Up My Life', which garnered significant commercial success and critical acclaim. The film also featured a self-penned song that won an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Worked across various mediums in the entertainment industry, showcasing a multifaceted talent in storytelling and music composition.

Directed and produced 'You Light Up My Life'

Won an Academy Award for Best Original Song

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