Michael Winner: Death Wish Director and Insurance Pitchman Dies at 77

Michael Winner was a British film director, producer and writer. Born on October 30, 1935, in London, he began as a journalist.

He directed the Charles Bronson action films Death Wish (1974) and its sequels, as well as The Mechanic and Chato's Land. He also became a TV personality for his catchphrase "Calm down, dear" in insurance ads.

He was also a restaurant critic for the Sunday Times. Winner died in London on January 21, 2013, at age 77, of complications from liver disease.

Achievements: Director of Death Wish.

Birth: October 30, 1935 - London, England.

Profession: Film director.

Interesting Facts: He wrote a restaurant column for decades.