Richard Connell date of birth:
October 17, 1893
How old was Richard Connell when died?
56
Where was Richard Connell born?
Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York
When did Richard Connell die?
November 22, 1949
What is Richard Connell nationality?
American
What is Richard Connell's occupation?
Author, journalist
Richard Connell claim to fame:
The Most Dangerous Game
Short Biography
Richard Edward Connell Jr. (October 17, 1893 – November 22, 1949) was an American author and journalist probably best remembered for his short story "The Most Dangerous Game" (1924). Connell was one of the most popular American short story writers of his time, and his stories were published in The Saturday Evening Post and Collier's magazines. He had equal success as a journalist and screenwriter, and was nominated for an Academy Award during 1942 for best original story for the movie Meet John Doe.