Oscar Hammerstein II, American director, producer, and songwriter (died 1960)

Oscar Hammerstein II

American librettist (1895–1960)

Oscar Greeley Clendenning Hammerstein II was an American lyricist, librettist, theatrical producer, and director in musical theater for nearly 40 years. He won eight Tony Awards and two Academy Awards for Best Original Song. Many of his songs are standard repertoire for…