Background
Fields, Herbert was born on July 26, 1897 in New York City. Son of Lew and Rose (Harris) Fields.
Fields, Herbert was born on July 26, 1897 in New York City. Son of Lew and Rose (Harris) Fields.
Born in New York City, Fields began his career as an actor, then graduated to choreography and stage direction before turning to writing.
From 1925 until his death, he contributed to the libretti of many Broadway musicals. He was also one of several writers who worked on The Wizard of Oz, although he did not receive a screen cr for his contribution.
(From Rogers and Hammerstein's "Annie Get Your Gun")