John Ridley | |
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 Ridley in 2013. | |
| Born | John Ridley IV October 1, 1964 |
| Alma mater | New York University |
| Occupation(s) | Screenwriter Novelist Television writer Television director |
| Years active | 1988–present |
| Notable work | 12 Years a Slave American Crime |
| Spouse | Gayle Ridley |
| Children | 2 |
John Ridley IV[1] (born October 1, 1964)[2] is an American screenwriter, television director, novelist, and showrunner, known for 12 Years a Slave, for which he won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. He is also the creator and showrunner of the anthology series American Crime. In 2017 he directed the documentary film Let It Fall: Los Angeles 1982–1992.
- ^ Reardon, Patrick T. (September 24, 1998). "John Ridley's Childhood Was Sunny, But His Novels Explore A Dark World". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on January 13, 2016. Retrieved March 25, 2015.
- ^ "John Ridley - Box Office". Retrieved March 22, 2023.