Jerome Weidman | |
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| Born | April 4, 1913 New York City, United States |
| Died | October 6, 1998 (aged 85) New York City, United States |
| Education | City College of New York New York University |
| Notable awards | Pulitzer Prize for Drama (1960) |
| Spouse | Peggy Wright (1942–1998) |
| Children | 2 |
Jerome Weidman (April 4, 1913, New York City – October 6, 1998, New York City) was an American playwright and novelist. He collaborated with George Abbott on the book for the musical Fiorello! with music by Jerry Bock, and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. All received the 1960 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for the work.