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Nedrick Young


 

Nedrick Young (March 23, 1914 - September 16, 1968) was a screenwriter often blacklisted during the 1950's and 1960's. He is credited with writing the screenplay for Jailhouse Rock in 1957, which starred Elvis Presley.

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March 23 - 1914 - September 16 - 1968 - Screenwriter - Blacklisted - Jailhouse Rock - Elvis Presley

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Young was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In addition to screenwriting, he also took on an acting role in various feature-length films during the period 1943-1966.

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