David Shire

David Shire was born on July 3, 1937 in Buffalo, New York, USA. He is a composer and writer, known for Zodiac (2007), Short Circuit (1986) and The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974). He has been married to Didi Conn since February 11, 1984. They have one child. He was previously married to Talia Shire.




Bio:
David Shire was born on July 3, 1937 in Buffalo, New York, USA. He is a composer and writer, known for Zodiac (2007), Short Circuit (1986) and The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974). He has been married to Didi Conn since February 11, 1984. They have one child. He was previously married to Talia Shire.


Tivia:
Brother-in-law of Richard Bernstein.Tony Thomas on Shire: "... a composer who fully understands the difference between underlining a sentiment and over-playing emotional impact.".Along with lyricist Richard Maltby Jr., he composed several Broadway and off-Broadway musicals, including Baby (1983), Starting Here, Starting Now (1977), Closer Than Ever (1989) and Big... [Details Intro]