Robert Benchley
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Robert Benchley
Summary
Robert Benchley is a human[1]. Born in Worcester[2], he… he was born on September 15, 1889[3]. He passed away in New York City[4]. He died on November 21, 1945[5]. He worked as an actor[6], screenwriter[7], and journalist[8]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (255 views/month, #7,046 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Born in Worcester[2], Robert Benchley…
- Robert Benchley died in New York City[4].
- Robert Benchley was born on September 15, 1889[3].
- Robert Benchley died on November 21, 1945[5].
- Robert Benchley is buried at Prospect Hill Cemetery[10].
- Robert Benchley's father was Charles Henry Benchley[11].
- A child of Robert Benchley was Nathaniel Benchley[12].
- Robert Benchley held citizenship in United States[13].
- English was Robert Benchley's native language[14].
- Robert Benchley's professions included actor[6].
- Robert Benchley's professions included screenwriter[7].
- Robert Benchley worked as a journalist[8].
- Robert Benchley was educated at Harvard University[15].
- Robert Benchley was educated at Phillips Exeter Academy[16].
- Robert Benchley's education included a stint at South High Community School[17].
- Robert Benchley received the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[18].
- Robert Benchley was a member of New York Drama Critics' Circle[19].
- Robert Benchley is recorded as male[20].
- Robert Benchley's instance of is recorded as human[21].
- Robert Benchley's Commons category is recorded as Robert Benchley[22].
- Robert Benchley's archives at is recorded as New York Public Library for the Performing Arts[23].
- The cause of death was cerebral hemorrhage[24].
- Robert Benchley's family name is recorded as Benchley[25].
- Robert Benchley's given name is recorded as Robert[26].
- Robert Benchley's manner of death is recorded as natural causes[27].
Body
Origins and Family
Robert Benchley's place of birth was Worcester[2]. He was born on September 15, 1889[3]. His father was Charles Henry Benchley[11]. English was his native language[14].
Education
Educated at Harvard University[15], a private university[28], in United States[29], founded in 1636[30], headquartered in Cambridge[31]; Phillips Exeter Academy[16], a private school[32], in United States[33], founded in 1781[34]; and South High Community School[17], a school[35], in United States[36].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include actor[6], screenwriter[7], and journalist[8].
Recognition
Robert Benchley received the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[18].
Personal Life
A child of Robert Benchley was Nathaniel Benchley[12].
Death and Burial
Robert Benchley died on November 21, 1945[5]. He died in New York City[4]. The cause of death was cerebral hemorrhage[24]. He is buried at Prospect Hill Cemetery[10].
Why It Matters
Robert Benchley ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (255 views/month, #7,046 of 1,000,298).[9] He has Wikipedia articles in 16 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[37] He is known by 7 alternative names across languages and contexts.[38]
He has been cited as an influence by Groucho Marx[39], a comedian[40], 1890–1977[41], of United States[42], awarded the Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres[43].
FAQs
Where was Robert Benchley born?
Robert Benchley's place of birth was Worcester[2].
Where did Robert Benchley die?
Robert Benchley passed away in New York City[4].
Who were Robert Benchley's parents?
Robert Benchley's father was Charles Henry Benchley[11].
What did Robert Benchley do for work?
Robert Benchley worked as actor[6], screenwriter[7], and journalist[8].
Where did Robert Benchley go to school?
Robert Benchley was educated at Harvard University[15], Phillips Exeter Academy[16], and South High Community School[17].
What awards did Robert Benchley receive?
Honors received include star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[18].
Who did Robert Benchley influence?
Robert Benchley has been cited as an influence by Groucho Marx[39].