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LeoGlossary: Albert Hague

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Born: October 13, 1920 – Died: November 12, 2001

Albert Hague, born into a Jewish family in Berlin and raised as a Lutheran to escape Nazi persecution, stands as a testament to resilience and artistic brilliance. Born on October 13, 1920, his early life was marked by a harrowing escape from Germany to Italy in 1937 to avoid induction into the Hitler Youth. His pursuit of

led him to a conservatory in Rome, followed by a scholarship to the University of Cincinnati. Immigrating to the United States in 1939, penniless and unable to speak English, he adopted the surname of his adoptive father, Elliott B. Hague.

Early Life and Career

Hague's educational journey in music culminated with his graduation in 1942 from the University of Cincinnati. His post-graduation years included service in the U.S. military for over two years. His foray into the

was marked by his first
success with 'Plain and Fancy' in 1955, a
that showcased his exceptional composing skills.

Hague's

took a significant turn with his involvement in the
"Fame," where he played the beloved
Mr. Shorofsky. He also made notable contributions to film and
as a composer, including the memorable score for "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." His role in "Space Jam" and various other acting projects highlighted his versatility and commitment to his craft.

His personal life was equally rich, married to Renee Orin from 1951 until her

in 2000, and they had two
. Hague's journey, from a young immigrant to a celebrated composer and
, is a
of determination and talent overcoming adversity. His legacy in
is marked by his unique blend of musical genius and acting prowess, making him an iconic figure in the
industry.

Filmography

Year Title Role
1999
Dr. Siegler
1996 Playing Dangerous 2 Professor Agranoff
1996 Space Jam Psychiatrist
1994 Murder or Memory: A Moment of Truth Movie (TV Movie) Dr. Zeller
1983–1987 Hotel (TV Series) Ben Garfield | Dr. Kazmir
1987 ABC Afterschool Specials (TV Series) Prof. Steinberg
1987 Beauty and the Beast (TV Series) Micha Langer
1982–1987 Fame (TV Series) Mr. Shorofsky | Ghost of Christmas Past | The Wizard of Shorofsky
1987 Faerie Tale Theatre (TV Series) Nicholas Vedder
1987 Tales from the Darkside (TV Series) Anthony
1986 Falcon Crest (TV Series) Dr. Scott
1986 Amazing Stories (TV Series) Mr. Liebemacher
1985 What Every Child Should Know (Video) Narrator (voice)
1985 Mr. Belvedere (TV Series) Peter Zabriskie
1984 Passions (TV Movie) Peters
1983 Nightmares Mel Keefer (segment "Night of the Rat")
1982 Not Just Another Affair (TV Movie) Prof. Zakall
1980 Fame Shorofsky

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