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Sylvia Fine

Writing

Born August 29, 1913 · Brooklyn, New York, USA

Died October 28, 1991

Also known as Sylvia Fine Kaye

IMDb

Biography

Sylvia Fine Kaye (August 29, 1913 – October 28, 1991) was an American lyricist, composer, and producer. She worked frequently with Danny Kaye, who was her husband from 1940 until his death in 1987.

Awards & recognition

  • Peabody Awards · 1979
  • Emmy Award
  • Academy Award — Best Original Song · 1960 · nominated
  • Academy Award — Best Original Song · 1954 · nominated

Filmography6 titles

The Court Jester

1955Songs

The Five Pennies

1959Songs

The Inspector General

1949Associate Producer

Wonder Man

1945Lyricist, Original Music Composer

The Kid from Brooklyn

1946Lyricist, Original Music Composer

Up in Arms

1944Songs