Stephen Verona (September 11, 1940 – July 13, 2019) was an American filmmaker, photographer and painter. He was known for writing, producing and directing the 1974 film The Lords of Flatbush. He was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film at the 44th Academy Awards for making the short film The Rehearsal.
Early life and education
Verona was born on September 11, 1940, in Springfield, Illinois. He was raised in Brooklyn, where he attended Madison High School.
Personal life and death
At the time of his death, Verona was married to Ann Verona. Verona died at the age of 78 of lung cancer in Los Angeles on July 13, 2019.