September 15, 1934
Thomas Anthony "Tomie" dePaola was an American writer and illustrator who created more than 260 children's books. He received the Children's Literature Legacy Award for his lifetime contribution to American children's literature in 2011.
Telling Stories with Tomie dePaola
(himself)
Strega Nona
(Writer)
The Clown of God
Charlie Needs a Cloak
(Executive Producer)