Marc Shaiman

American composer

Born: October 22, 1959

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Who is Marc Shaiman?

Marc Shaiman ( SHAY-mən; born October 22, 1959) is an American composer and lyricist for films, television, and theatre, widely known for his collaborations with lyricist and director Scott Wittman, actor Billy Crystal, entertainer Bette Midler, and director Rob Reiner. Shaiman was born to a Jewish family in Newark, New Jersey, on, the son of Claire (née Goldfein) and William Robert Shaiman. He grew up in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, where he attended Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, but he left school at age 16 to start working in New York's theaters; he later obtained a GED. Shaiman started his career as a theatre/cabaret musical director. He started working at Saturday Night Live as an arranger/writer.

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Historical significance

Shaiman has received numerous accolades including two Grammy Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony Award — as well as seven Academy Award nominations.

Selected movies: Marc Shaiman Full IMDb filmography
Hot Shots! 1991 · View on IMDb The Wedding Planner 2001 · View on IMDb Broadcast News 1987 · View on IMDb Tick, Tick... Boom! 2021 · View on IMDb Down with Love 2003 · View on IMDb North 1994 · View on IMDb
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