Alan Parker Biography and Wiki
Alan Parker born Alan William Parker, is an English film director, producer and screenwriter. He was born on 14 February 1944 in Islington, North London, to Elsie Ellen, a dressmaker, and William Leslie Parker, a house painter.
He began his career in advertising as a copywriter and graduated to writing and directing commercials where in the late 60’s he was one of a small group of British directors who revolutionized world advertising. In 1980 he received the D&AD Gold President’s Award.
Sir Alan’s latest film as director was 2003 drama The Life of David Gale, featuring Kevin Spacey and Kate Winslet.
In 2005 he published Will Write and Direct for Food, a compendium of his regularly satirical observations on producing films in the UK and US.
In 2018 he gave his extensive collection of scripts and working papers to the British Film Institute’s
National Archive.
According to a family spokeswoman, he spent his retirement time indulging in his passion for silk screen printing and painting.
Alan Parker Age and Death
He was born on 14 February 1944, in Islington, North London. Sir Alan Parker was 76 years old as of 2020. He died on 31 July 2020, in London, England, the cause of his death has not been published yet. Parker survived by his wife Lisa Moran-Parker, five children, and seven grandchildren.
Alan Parker Family, Parents and Siblings
Sir Alan was born to his mother Elsie Ellen, a dressmaker, and his father William Leslie Parker, a house painter. His siblings have not been listed if any.
Alan Parker Wife
Alan Parker married his wife Annie Inglis in 1966, they divorced in 1992. He then married Lisa Moran.
Alan Parker Children
Alan Parker had three sons; Nathan Parker, Jake Parker, and Alexander Parker.
Alan Parker Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about the late Sir Alan.
Alan Parker Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Alan William Parker
- Gender: Male
- Profession: Film Director
- Nationality: British
- Race/ Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Alan Parker Age and Death
- Age: 76 years (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Date of Birth: 14 February 1944
- Place of Birth: Islington, North London
- Death: 31 July 2020 (aged 76 years)
- Place of Death: London, England
Alan Parker Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): William Leslie Parker
- Mother: Elsie Ellen
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be updated
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Lisa Moran
- Children: Nathan Parker, Jake Parker, and Alexander Parker
Alan Parker Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: £128 million (2020)
- Salary: To be updated
- Source of Income: Film
Alan Parker House and Cars
- Place of living: London
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Sir Alan Parker Net Worth 2020
Sir Alan Parker has an estimated net worth of £128 million according to the Sunday Times Rich List. He had no doubt amassed a modest fortune with the bulk of his wealth coming from his professional film direction career. Despite his obvious riches, Parker preferred to lead a modest lifestyle.
Alan Parker Movies
- 1971 — Melody — Writer (original story and screenplay)
- 1972 — No Hard Feelings (short) — Director, Writer (original story and screenplay)
- 1973 — Our Cissy (short) — Director, Writer (original story and screenplay)
- 1973 — Footsteps (short) — Director, Writer (original story and screenplay)
- 1974 — The Evacuees (BBC TV movie) — Director
- 1976 — Bugsy Malone — Director, Writer (original story and screenplay)
- 1978 — Midnight Express —Director
- 1980 — Fame —Director
- 1982 — Shoot the Moon — Director
- 1982 — Pink Floyd The Wall — Director
- 1984 — Birdy — Director
- 1985 — A Turnip Head’s Guide to The British Film Industry (Documentary) — Director, Writer
- 1987 — Angel Heart — Director, Writer (screenplay from the novel ‘Falling Angel’ by William Hjortsberg)
- 1988 — Mississippi Burning — Director
- 1990 — Come See the Paradise —Director, Writer (original story and screenplay)
- 1991 — The Commitments — Director, Producer
- 1994 — The Road to Wellville — Director, Producer, Writer (screenplay from the novel by T. Coraghessan Boyle)
- 1996 — Evita — Director, Producer, Writer (screenplay from the stage production by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber)
- 1999 — Angela’s Ashes — Director, Producer, Writer (screenplay from the memoir by Frank McCourt)
- 2003 — The Life of David Gale — Director, Producer
Frequently Asked Questions About Alan Parker
Who is Alan Parker?
Alan Parker born Alan William Parker, is an English film director, producer and screenwriter. He was born in Islington, North London, to Elsie Ellen, a dressmaker, and William Leslie Parker, a house painter.
How old was Alan Parker?
He was born on 14 February 1944, in Islington, North London. Sir Alan Parker was 76 years old as of 2020.
Was Alan Parker married?
Parker married his wife Annie Inglis in 1966, they divorced in 1992. He then married Lisa Moran.
How much is Alan Parker worth?
Sir Alan Parker has an estimated net worth of £128 million according to the Sunday Times Rich List. He had no doubt amassed a modest fortune with the bulk of his wealth coming from his professional film direction career. Despite his obvious riches, Parker preferred to lead a modest lifestyle.
Is Alan Parker dead or alive?
Parker died on 31 July 2020, in London, England, the cause of his death has not been published yet. Parker survived by his wife Lisa Moran-Parker, five children, and seven grandchildren.
Website
- alanparker.com