Daisy von Scherler Mayer facts for kids
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Daisy von Scherler Mayer
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Daisy von Scherler Mayer in 2019
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| Born | September 14, 1966 |
| Occupation | Film director, television director, screenwriter |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Spouse(s) | David Carbonara |
| Children | Colette and Ava |
Daisy von Scherler Mayer, also known as Daisy Mayer, is an American film and television director. She was born on September 14, 1966. Daisy is known for directing movies like Party Girl and Madeline. She has also directed many popular TV shows.
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Early Life and Family
Daisy von Scherler Mayer was born into a family of artists. Her mother, Sasha Von Scherler, was an actress. Her father, Paul Avila Mayer, was also involved in the entertainment world. Daisy's grandfather, Edwin Justus Mayer, was a famous screenwriter. This means Daisy grew up surrounded by people who loved movies and theater!
Career in Film and TV
From Theater to Directing
Daisy loved theater from a young age. As a teenager, she worked with the New York Shakespeare Festival. She later studied theater and history at Wesleyan University. Her experience in theater helped her understand acting. This was a great start for directing films and TV shows. She even directed classic plays like Electra and The Tempest.
Directing Movies for Everyone
Daisy von Scherler Mayer directed her first big movie, Party Girl, in 1995. She also helped write the movie. Her mother, Sasha, even acted in it! Party Girl was a success. It later became a TV series. In 2023, the movie was even re-released for people to enjoy again.
Another well-known movie she directed is Madeline (1998). This film is based on the popular children's books by Ludwig Bemelmans. It's about a brave young French girl and her adventures. Daisy has also directed other films like Woo and The Guru.
Directing Popular TV Shows
Besides movies, Daisy von Scherler Mayer has directed many episodes of popular television series. Some of the shows she has worked on include Halt and Catch Fire, Yellowjackets, and The Walking Dead. She also directed episodes for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Orange Is the New Black. Her work on these shows has made her a respected director in television.
Personal Life
Daisy von Scherler Mayer is married to David Carbonara. He is a film composer, which means he writes music for movies. They have two daughters named Colette and Ava.
Filmography
Films
- Party Girl (1995)
- Woo (1998)
- Madeline (1998)
- The Guru (2002)
- More of Me (2007)
- Frenemies (2012)
- Some Girl(s) (2013)
Television
- About a Boy
- A Million Little Things
- Aliens in America
- Ben and Kate
- Bosch
- Chuck
- Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
- Doubt
- Emily's Reasons Why Not
- Fear the Walking Dead
- For the People
- Get Shorty
- Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce
- Good Girls Revolt
- Halt and Catch Fire
- High Potential
- House of Lies
- Inventing Anna
- Jane by Design
- The Last Thing He Told Me
- The Last Tycoon
- The Loop
- Mad Men
- Made for Love
- The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
- Mozart in the Jungle
- Nurse Jackie
- Orange Is the New Black
- Outcast
- Ray Donovan
- Reverie
- Shameless
- Shining Vale
- Shut Eye
- Tell Me Your Secrets
- The Walking Dead
- Whiskey Cavalier
- Y: The Last Man
- Yellowjackets
- Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist
