David Benioff (born circa 1970 in New York City) is an American writer. He worked as a club bouncer and high school English teacher until he won recognition for his book, "25th Hour". He later adapted the book into a film, starring Edward Norton and directed by Spike Lee. Thus began his career as a Hollywood screenwriter. He adapted a screenplay of the mythological epic, "Troy" (2004). He also sold the two-million-dollar script, "Stay". Wikipedia
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Former day job: Club bouncer Attended Dartmouth College and graduated in 1992. He majored in English and wrote an honor's thesis. Engaged to Amanda Peet [July 22, 2005]. His father is Stephen Friedman, a Sr. partner and Chairman of Goldman Sachs, the curr www.imdb.com/name/nm1125275/