Mel Brooks

From the renowned lineage of the Brooks family, descended a royal quartet of entertainers. Mel Brooks, the patriarch, was born Melvin Kaminsky on June 28, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York. A veteran of World War II, he went on to become a renowned comedian, writer, actor, producer, and director. His son, Eddie Brooks, born May 24, 1959, is a director and actor known for his works The Green Room, Of the Woods: Prologue, and Where's Poppa? His second son, Max Brooks, born May 22, 1972, is an acclaimed writer and actor known for his works World War Z, The Great Wall, and Saturday Night Live. His beloved wife and third family member, Anne Bancroft, was born September 17, 1931 in The Bronx, NY. She was a renowned actress, and her works include Don't Bother to Knock, Gorilla at Large, Demetrius and the Gladiators, New York Confidential, Nightfall, and The Girl in Black Stockings. Finally, Nicholas Brooks, son of Mel, is a screenwriter and story editor, known for his works Pumped!, Bugwars, Look Who's Talking, Look Who's Talking Too, The General's Daughter, and Basic Instinct. Together, this royal family of entertainers has graced the world with their talent and artistry, leaving an unforgettable legacy.