George Pelecanos
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Summary
George Pelecanos was born on February 18, 1957[1], in Washington, D.C.[2]. He has worked as a writer[3], screenwriter[4], film producer[5], novelist[6], and television producer[7]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,481 views/month, #7,081 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[9]
- Native language: English[10]
- Educated at: University of Maryland[11], Northwood High School[12]
- Award received: Writers Guild of America Award[13], German Crime Fiction Award[14], Hammett Prize[15], Maltese Falcon Award[16], Barry Award for Best Novel[17], Edgar Awards[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Genre: detective fiction[20]
- Commons category: George Pelecanos[21]
- Family name: Pelekanos[22]
- Given name: George[23]
- Official website: http://www.hachettebookgroup.com/features/georgepelecanos/[24]
- Nominated for: Emmy Award[25]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[26]
- Writing language: English[27]
Why It Matters
George Pelecanos has Wikipedia articles in 13 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 16 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was George Pelecanos born?
George Pelecanos's place of birth was Washington, D.C.[2].
What did George Pelecanos do for work?
George Pelecanos worked as a writer[3], screenwriter[4], film producer[5], novelist[6], and television producer[7].
Where did George Pelecanos go to school?
George Pelecanos was educated at University of Maryland[11] and Northwood High School[12].
What awards did George Pelecanos receive?
Honors received include Writers Guild of America Award[13], German Crime Fiction Award[14], Hammett Prize[15], and Maltese Falcon Award[16].