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John Waters

John Waters

52 titles Directing Apr 22, 1946 Baltimore, Maryland, USA

John Samuel Waters Jr. (born April 22, 1946) is a multifaceted American filmmaker, writer, actor, and artist, celebrated for his audacious and unconventional films. Emerging as a prominent figure in the early 1970s, Waters gained notoriety for his provocative cult classics such as *Multiple Maniacs* (1970), *Pink Flamingos* (1972), and *Female Trouble* (1974). He is perhaps best known for writing and directing the beloved comedy *Hairspray* (1988), which was later transformed into a successful Broadway musical and a 2007 film adaptation. Other notable works in his filmography include *Desperate Living* (1977), *Polyester* (1981), *Cry-Baby* (1990), *Serial Mom* (1994), *Pecker* (1998), and *Cecil B. Demented* (2000), all characterized by a unique blend of post-modern humor and surrealism.

In addition to his directing, Waters has made appearances in various films, including *Sweet and Lowdown* (1999) and *Excision* (2012), as well as in the *Child's Play* series, featuring in *Seed of Chucky* (2004) and the upcoming third season of *Chucky* (2024). He also hosted the TV show *John Waters Presents Movies That Will Corrupt You* (2006). Waters' collaborations with the iconic actor and drag queen Divine, along with his ensemble of Dreamlanders, have been a hallmark of his career. Recently, he has been touring with his one-man show, *This Filthy World*.

Beyond filmmaking, Waters is an accomplished visual artist, engaging in installations, photography, and sculpture. His audiobooks for *Carsick* and *Mr. Know-It-All* earned Grammy nominations for Best Spoken Word Album in 2015 and 2020, respectively. In recognition

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