Wyatt Cooper

American author and screenwriter

Wyatt Cooper - American author and screenwriter
Born

September 1st, 1927
97 years ago

Died

1978
47 years ago — 51 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Cooper contributed to the literary and cinematic landscape as an author and screenwriter. He published several works of fiction and non-fiction and is noted for his novels and scripts that often explored personal themes. Cooper also gained attention for his collaborations on various television projects, including writing for popular programs. His contributions to literature and film continue to resonate in the creative industry.

Authored the novel 'Family Reunion'

Wrote for the television series 'The Twilight Zone'

Contributed scripts for 'The Alfred Hitchcock Hour'

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