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Mel Brooks
Mel Brooks was born on June 28, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York. He became a comedy writer for Sid Caesar at age 23 and won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay at 41.
Mel Brooks was born in 1926 and is currently 100 years old. Anyone born before 1926 is older than Mel.
Born
June 28, 1926
Brooklyn, New York
World pop: ~2B
Mel's age
100
Your age
20
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Mel's Life Timeline
Mel Brooks was born on June 28, 1926, in Brooklyn, New York. He grew up in a Jewish family during the Great Depression, which influenced his comedic style. After serving in the U.S. Army during World War II, he began his career in entertainment as a writer and performer, eventually making a name for himself in television and film.
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Brooks gained prominence in the 1960s with his work on television and his transition to film. He became a household name with the release of 'The Producers' in 1967, which won him an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. He followed this success with iconic films such as 'Blazing Saddles' in 1974 and 'Young Frankenstein' in 1974, both of which are considered classics of American comedy. His unique blend of satire and parody has left a lasting impact on the film industry.
In addition to his film achievements, Mel Brooks is one of the few individuals to have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award, earning him the status of an EGOT winner. He has continued to work in film and theater, influencing generations of comedians and filmmakers. As of now, he remains an active figure in the entertainment industry, celebrated for his contributions to comedy and film.
Became a comedy writer for Sid Caesar
Mel Brooks began writing comedy for Sid Caesar's television shows at 23, spending nearly two decades as a behind-the-scenes writer before directing his first film at 41.
Mel Brooks was 23 years old when he became a comedy writer for Sid Caesar in 1949. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay
Mel Brooks was 41 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for 'The Producers'. This film marked his directorial debut and became a significant success, establishing him as a leading figure in comedy.
Mel Brooks was 41 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay in 1967. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'The Producers'
Mel Brooks wrote and directed 'The Producers', his debut feature film about a scheming Broadway producer, which won him the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
Mel Brooks was 41 years old when he directed 'The Producers' in 1967. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Blazing Saddles'
Mel Brooks was 48 years old when he released 'Blazing Saddles'. The film was a groundbreaking satire of the Western genre and received critical acclaim, further solidifying Brooks' reputation as a master of comedy.
Mel Brooks was 48 years old when he released 'Blazing Saddles' in 1974. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Young Frankenstein'
Mel Brooks was 48 years old when he released 'Young Frankenstein'. This film is a parody of classic horror films and has become a beloved classic, showcasing Brooks' unique comedic style.
Mel Brooks was 48 years old when he released 'Young Frankenstein' in 1974. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Founded Brooksfilms
Mel Brooks was 50 years old when he founded Brooksfilms, a production company that allowed him to produce and direct films that aligned with his comedic vision. This venture further expanded his influence in the film industry.
Mel Brooks was 50 years old when he founded Brooksfilms in 1976. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Silent Movie'
Mel Brooks directed 'Silent Movie', a comedy that was almost entirely without dialogue, paying homage to the silent film era with his characteristic irreverent humor.
Mel Brooks was 50 years old when he directed 'Silent Movie' in 1976. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'High Anxiety'
Mel Brooks directed 'High Anxiety', a comedy that lovingly parodied Alfred Hitchcock's thriller films, featuring Brooks himself in the starring role.
Mel Brooks was 51 years old when he directed 'High Anxiety' in 1977. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Spaceballs'
Mel Brooks directed 'Spaceballs', a sci-fi comedy that parodied Star Wars and other space-themed franchises, becoming a beloved cult classic.
Mel Brooks was 61 years old when he directed 'Spaceballs' in 1987. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won a Tony Award for 'The Producers'
Mel Brooks was 70 years old when he won a Tony Award for Best Musical for 'The Producers'. The stage adaptation of his original film was a massive success, demonstrating his versatility as a creator.
Mel Brooks was 70 years old when he won a Tony Award for 'The Producers' in 1996. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won 12 Tony Awards for 'The Producers' musical
Mel Brooks adapted 'The Producers' into a Broadway musical that won a record-breaking 12 Tony Awards, the most ever won by a single production.
Mel Brooks was 75 years old when he won 12 Tony Awards for 'The Producers' musical in 2001. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received the AFI Life Achievement Award
Mel Brooks was 91 years old when he received the AFI Life Achievement Award. This honor recognized his significant contributions to American cinema and his enduring legacy in the world of comedy.
Mel Brooks was 91 years old when he received the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2017. Are you older than Mel was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
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| 1942 | 16 | |
| 1943 | 17 | |
| 1944 | 18 | |
| 1945 | 19 | |
| 1946 | 20 | |
| 1947 | 21 | |
| 1948 | 22 | |
| 1949 | 23 | became a comedy writer for Sid Caesar |
| 1950 | 24 | |
| 1951 | 25 | |
| 1952 | 26 | |
| 1953 | 27 | |
| 1954 | 28 | |
| 1955 | 29 | |
| 1956 | 30 | |
| 1957 | 31 | |
| 1958 | 32 | |
| 1959 | 33 | |
| 1960 | 34 | |
| 1961 | 35 | |
| 1962 | 36 | |
| 1963 | 37 | |
| 1964 | 38 | |
| 1965 | 39 | |
| 1966 | 40 | |
| 1967 | 41 | won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay |
| 1968 | 42 | |
| 1969 | 43 | |
| 1970 | 44 | |
| 1971 | 45 | |
| 1972 | 46 | |
| 1973 | 47 | |
| 1974 | 48 | released 'Blazing Saddles' |
| 1975 | 49 | |
| 1976 | 50 | founded Brooksfilms |
| 1977 | 51 | directed 'High Anxiety' |
| 1978 | 52 | |
| 1979 | 53 | |
| 1980 | 54 | |
| 1981 | 55 | |
| 1982 | 56 | |
| 1983 | 57 | |
| 1984 | 58 | |
| 1985 | 59 | |
| 1986 | 60 | |
| 1987 | 61 | directed 'Spaceballs' |
| 1988 | 62 | |
| 1989 | 63 | |
| 1990 | 64 | |
| 1991 | 65 | |
| 1992 | 66 | |
| 1993 | 67 | |
| 1994 | 68 | |
| 1995 | 69 | |
| 1996 | 70 | won a Tony Award for 'The Producers' |
| 1997 | 71 | |
| 1998 | 72 | |
| 1999 | 73 | |
| 2000 | 74 | |
| 2001 | 75 | won 12 Tony Awards for 'The Producers' musical |
| 2002 | 76 | |
| 2003 | 77 | |
| 2004 | 78 | |
| 2005 | 79 | |
| 2006 | 80 | |
| 2007 | 81 | |
| 2008 | 82 | |
| 2009 | 83 | |
| 2010 | 84 | |
| 2011 | 85 | |
| 2012 | 86 | |
| 2013 | 87 | |
| 2014 | 88 | |
| 2015 | 89 | |
| 2016 | 90 | |
| 2017 | 91 | received the AFI Life Achievement Award |
| 2018 | 92 | |
| 2019 | 93 | |
| 2020 | 94 | |
| 2021 | 95 | |
| 2022 | 96 | |
| 2023 | 97 | |
| 2024 | 98 | |
| 2025 | 99 | |
| 2026 | 100 |
