Remembering Alfred Hitchcock on the 44th Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
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Remembering Alfred Hitchcock, 44 Years Later

It has been exactly 44 long years since Alfred Hitchcock died in Los Angeles on April 29, 1980 at the age of 80. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Today, fans of Alfred Hitchcock (The Birds, Psycho, North by Northwest, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Hitchcock, a cultural icon

Born in London on August 13, 1899, Alfred Hitchcock's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Hitchcock was not just a great director, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 44 years since the tragic loss of Alfred Hitchcock and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Alfred Hitchcock is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Alfred Hitchcock.

Alfred Hitchcock career in pictures

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