Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

John Hughes

Role / Field:

Iconic filmmaker known for capturing the heartfelt, comedic experience of American youth in the 1980s.

Born:

1950-02-18

Died:

2009-08-06

Century / Era:

1950s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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