Eugene O'Neill

Eugene O’Neill was one of America’s greatest playwrights, born in 1888 in New York City to an Irish American family. His father was a successful Irish actor, which is why his family moved around so much. Eugene’s early life was marked by turbulence, with struggles related to his father’s demanding career and a family legacy. O’Neill struggled with depression and alcoholism, which collectively influenced his plays.

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