Brian De Palma – Biography, Facts & Life Story

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Height, Weight & Physical Stats

Body Measurements	32-26-32 inches
Bodytype	Average
Height	5 feet 10 inches (1.80 m)
Weight	78 kg (171.96 lbs)
Hair Color	Grey
Eye Color	Grey

Nickname	Brian
Gender	Male
Age	83 years old (in 2024)
Date of Birth	September 11, 1940
Full Name	Brian Russell De Palma
Profession	Film Director and Screenwriter
Nationality	American
Birthplace	Newark, New Jersey, United States
Religion	Roman Catholic
Zodiac Sign	Virgo

Brian Russell De Palma is an American film director and screenwriter. He is a man who spent 50 years of his life in showbiz. It shows a real commitment and dedication towards his prolific career.

He is known for his most prominent movies, like; Carrie (1976), Dressed to Kill (1980), Scarface (1983), The Untouchables (1987), and Mission: Impossible (1996), as well as cult favorites such as Sisters (1972), and many more.

Career

De Palma is often regarded as a leading character of the New Hollywood generation of film directors. His unique directing style is worth appreciating. Even many biggest influencers seek inspiration from him.

Besides getting lasting success, the most celebrated director also faces criticism over the depiction of violence and sexual content, but, he has been a prominent member of the Hollywood film industry.

Among many other film credits, some of them are popular, such as; Phantom of the Paradise (1974), Blow Out (1981), Body Double (1984), Casualties of War (1989), Carlito’s Way (1993), and others.

De Palma, however, has made his vast career by working on innumerable projects as a film director and screenwriter. Truly, his work and contribution to the cinema is undeniable.

Achievements

Throughout his showbiz career, De Palma has been received overwhelming responses from the viewers and the critics, and despite winning the awards, he calls fame and recognition is the big win.

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Brian De Palma Education

Qualification: Bachelor in Arts

School: Friends School, Philadelphia

College: Columbia University (1962), MA, Sarah Lawrence College (1964)

Brian De Palma Career

Profession: Film Director and Screenwriter

Known For: Carrie, Scarface, Carlito’s Way

Debut:

Feature films: Murder a la Mod
Short films: Icarus
Documentary films: The Responsive Eye
Music videos: Dancing in the Dark

Net Worth: USD $40 million approx.

Family & Relatives

Father: Anthony F. DePalma

Mother: Vivienne DePalma

Brother: Bart DePalma

Sister: None

Marital Status: Divorced

Ex Spouse: Darnell Gregorio-De Palma (m. 1995–1997), Gale Anne Hurd (m. 1991–1993), Nancy Allen (m. 1979–1983)

No. of Children: 3 (Three)

Son: Cameron De Palma

Daughter: Lolita de Palma, Piper De Palma

Past Relationships:

Beth Broderick (1990 – 1991)
Betty Buckley (1975)
Carole Mallory
Tessa Dahl
Margot Kidder

FAQs

Who is Brian De Palma?

Brian De Palma is an American film director and screenwriter, born on 11 September, 1940 in Newark, New Jersey, United States.

How old is Brian De Palma?

Brian De Palma is 83 years old as of April 2024.

How tall is Brian De Palma?

Brian De Palma is 5 feet 10 inches (1.80 m).