Edward Carfagno
1907–1996 (age 89)
art director
Biography
Edward Carfagno's celebrated career as an art director spanned decades at MGM, where his luminous sets for classics such as An American in Paris and Ben-Hur helped stage the sweep of Hollywood's golden age, earning him multiple Academy Awards and the admiration of colleagues.
He cherished mentoring younger designers and his meticulous eye for spaces and textures continues to inspire set artisans, while the quiet serenity of Forest Lawn Memorial Park honors his legacy among those who shared his love of cinema.