Leon Shamroy

Leon Shamroy, A.S.C. (July 16, 1901 – July 7, 1974) was an American film cinematographer known for his work in 20th Century Fox motion pictures shot in Technicolor. He and Charles Lang share the record for most Oscar nominations for Cinematography. During his half-century career, he gained 18 nominations with 4 wins, sharing the record for wins with Joseph Ruttenberg.

Leon Shamroy
Born(1901-07-16)July 16, 1901
New York City, U.S.
DiedJuly 7, 1974(1974-07-07) (aged 72)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
OccupationCinematographer
TitleA.S.C. President (1947–48)
Spouses
Rosamond Marcus
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(m. 1925; div. 1937)​
    Audrey Mason
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    (m. 1938; div. 1948)​
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      (m. 1953)​
      Children4
      AwardsBest Cinematography:
      Cleopatra (1963)
      Leave Her to Heaven (1945)
      Wilson (1944)
      The Black Swan (1942)
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