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Screenwriting Legend Alan Trustman Dies at 95
7 Mar
Summary
- Screenwriter Alan Trustman, famed for 'The Thomas Crown Affair,' died last month.
- He transitioned from law to screenwriting, penning iconic films like 'Bullitt.'
- Trustman also authored novels and taught screenwriting at Harvard University.
Alan Trustman, a distinguished screenwriter whose credits include "The Thomas Crown Affair" and "Bullitt," died last month at the age of 95. He passed away at a nursing home in Miami, Florida.
Born in Boston on December 16, 1930, Trustman initially pursued a legal career, attending Harvard Law School and working at a prominent law firm. However, he transitioned to screenwriting, achieving early success with the 1968 film "The Thomas Crown Affair."
His prolific career continued with films such as "Bullitt" and "They Call Me Mister Tibbs!" Trustman also ventured into novel writing and shared his expertise by teaching screenwriting at Harvard University, New York University, and the University of Miami.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara, his sister, Patty, and his children, John and Laurie, along with 11 grandchildren.
