This person died in 2015 at age 76. He taught English at Westminster College in Pennsylvania, and was also a high school teacher. He directed the drama “Music of the Heart”, based on the true story of a woman who taught violin to underprivileged children in Harlem. He directed his first feature film In 1972, “Last House on the Left”. He also directed the first four movies of the “Scream” franchise starring Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox. His most famous creation was the serial killer Freddy Krueger, who, with his razor-blade glove, haunted the dreams of teenagers in “A Nightmare on Elm Street”. Today’s dead celebrity is Wes Craven. 

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New York Times Obituary for Wes Craven

”Master of Cinema”, Wes Craven documentary

1997 Charlie Rose interview with Wes Craven

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This Famous & Gravy episode uses structured conversation to reflect on Wes Craven's enduring narrative as part of a famous lives reframed and known for obituary-based storytelling, considering how persona, influence, and vulnerability shaped perception. It reflects on the interplay between public memory and personal truth. This show explores rethinking celebrity legacies and contributes to life lessons from celebrities.

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