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Neil Simon (Marvin Neil Simon) was born on 4 July, 1927 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA, is a writer,producer,miscellaneous. Discover Neil Simon's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 91 years old?

Popular As Marvin Neil Simon
Occupation writer,producer,miscellaneous
Age 91 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 4 July, 1927
Birthday 4 July
Birthplace The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Date of death 26 August, 2018
Died Place New York City, New York, USA
Nationality United States

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Neil Simon Height, Weight & Measurements

At 91 years old, Neil Simon height is 6' 1½" (1.87 m) .

Physical Status
Height 6' 1½" (1.87 m)
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Who Is Neil Simon's Wife?

His wife is Elaine Joyce (11 September 1999 - 26 August 2018) ( his death), Diane Lander (10 February 1990 - 22 April 1998) ( divorced) ( 1 child), Diane Lander (13 January 1987 - 12 August 1988) ( divorced), Marsha Mason (25 October 1973 - 7 July 1983) ( divorced), Joan Baim (10 September 1953 - 17 July 1973) ( her death) ( 2 children)

Family
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Wife Elaine Joyce (11 September 1999 - 26 August 2018) ( his death), Diane Lander (10 February 1990 - 22 April 1998) ( divorced) ( 1 child), Diane Lander (13 January 1987 - 12 August 1988) ( divorced), Marsha Mason (25 October 1973 - 7 July 1983) ( divorced), Joan Baim (10 September 1953 - 17 July 1973) ( her death) ( 2 children)
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Neil Simon Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Neil Simon worth at the age of 91 years old? Neil Simon’s income source is mostly from being a successful Writer. He is from United States. We have estimated Neil Simon's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
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Source of Income Writer

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1927

Neil Simon was born on July 4, 1927 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA as Marvin Neil Simon.

1966

In 1966 Simon had four shows playing in Broadway theaters at the same time: 'Sweet Charity', 'The Star-Spangled Girl', 'The Odd Couple', and 'Barefoot in the Park'.

1968

He was a writer and producer, known for The Odd Couple (1968), Murder by Death (1976) and The Goodbye Girl (1977). He was married to Elaine Joyce, Diane Lander, Marsha Mason and Joan Baim.

1977

He was awarded the 1977 Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award for Distinguished Playwriting for "Chapter Two," at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

1979

Part of his film, Chapter Two (1979), was based on his own life in that, after losing his first wife, he married actress Marsha Mason 6 months later, after a courtship of 22 days. In the film, recently widowed George (James Caan) meets and impulsively marries actress Jennie (Marsha Mason) after a whirlwind courtship.

1983

The Alvin Theater at 250 W. 52nd Street on Broadway was renamed the Neil Simon Theater on June 23, 1983.

1985

Has won two Tony Awards as author of Best Play winners: in 1985 for "Biloxi Blues" and in 1991 for "Lost in Yonkers." Additionally, he has been Tony-nominated an impressive 15 times: in 1963, as Best Author (Musical) and book for Best Musical nominee "Little Me," in 1964, as author of Best Play nominee "Barefoot in the Park;" in 1965, as Best Author (Dramatic) and author of Best Play nominee "The Odd Couple;" in 1966, for book of Best Musical nominee "Sweet Charity;" in 1968, as author of Best Play nominee "Plaza Suite;" in 1969, for book for Best Musical nominee "Promises, Promises;" in 1970, as author of Best Play nominee "Last of the Red Hot Lovers;" in 1972, as author of Best Play nominee "The Prisoner of Second Avenue;" in 1973, as author of Best Play nominee "The Sunshine Boys;" in 1974, as Best Score, his lyrics with Peter Link's music, for "The Good Doctor;" in 1978, as author of Best Play nominee "Chapter Two;" in 1979, as Best Book (Musical) for "They're Playing Our Song;" and in 1987, as author of Best Play nominee "Broadway Bound."

1987

Neil Simon was nominated for the 1987 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for the play "Broadway Bound" and the 1991 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for the play "Lost in Yonkers".

1991

He won both a Tony Award and a Pulitzer Prize for "Lost In Yonkers" in 1991.

1992

He was awarded the 1992 Drama-Logue Award for Writing for "Lost in Yonkers" in presented by the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson at the James A. Doolittle (University of California) Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

1997

His play, "Laughter on the 23rd Floor", was nominated for a 1997 Laurence Olivier Theatre Award for Best New Comedy of 1996.

2001

Received newly established 'Apple Award' from The Nederlander Company and Wayne State University. Named in honor of Sarah Applebaum Nederlander, who was known affectionately as 'Apple', the Apple Award will be presented annually to a nationally recognized theatre professional who has made significant contributions in his or her field. The Nederlander's and WSU established the award this year in celebration of the Fisher Theatre's 40th anniversary. [November 2001]

2004

2004: Received kidney transplant donated by Bill Eveans, his publicist.

2006

Received the 2006 Mark Twain prize on October 15, 2006 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

2014

His play, "Lost in Yonkers" at the Northlight Theatre in Chicago, Illinois was nominated for a 2014 Joseph Jefferson Equity Award for Large Play Production.

2018

When he died in August 2018, it was overshadowed by the deaths of Aretha Franklin and Senator John McCain. As a result, many people were unaware of his passing.