Life and work
David Judah Simon (born 1960) is an American author, journalist, screenwriter, and producer best known for his work on The Wire (2002–2008).
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Writer/Creator · Producer · 1960–
David Simon
David Simon is an American author, journalist, and television writer and producer.
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A beginning in Washington, D.C.
David Simon was born in Washington, D.C.. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.
Learning at University of Maryland
David Simon studied at University of Maryland. It adds an educational connection to this life’s geography. The marker represents the institution’s present-day area, rather than a verified historic classroom; access arrangements vary.
THE PLACES BEHIND THE STORY
A life on the map.
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Washington, D.C.
David Simon was born in Washington, D.C.. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.
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David Simon studied at University of Maryland. It adds an educational connection to this life’s geography. The marker represents the institution’s present-day area, rather than a verified historic classroom; access arrangements vary.
David Simon — biographical record ↗︎
Area reference. Follow public routes; this association does not grant access to private homes, teaching spaces or backstage areas.
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