Jann Turner facts for kids
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Jann Turner
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Turner in 1997
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| Born | 1964 (age 60–61) |
| Occupation | Film director, novelist, screenwriter, television director |
| Years active | 1990s–present |
| Parent(s) | Rick Turner Barbara Hubbard |
| Relatives | Ken Follett (step-father) |
Jann Turner (born in 1964) is a talented South African film director, writer, and television director. She is known for her work in movies and TV shows. Her first feature film as a director was White Wedding, released in 2009.
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Early Life and Education
Jann Turner was born in 1964. Her parents were Rick Turner and Barbara Hubbard. Her father, Rick Turner, was a university professor who spoke out against Apartheid. This was a system of unfair rules in South Africa. Her mother, Barbara Hubbard, later became a politician.
When Jann was thirteen, her family faced a very difficult time. After this, she and her younger sister, Kim, moved to Britain with their mother. They had lived in Cape Town for most of their childhood.
Jann continued her schooling in Britain and the United States. She studied at Oxford University in England. She also attended Tisch School of the Arts in the United States. These experiences helped her prepare for her career in film and television.
Career in Film and Television
Before becoming a film director, Jann Turner worked as an editor. She helped put together television specials for the National Geographic Society. She also directed and produced many TV shows in South Africa.
Later, Jann moved to Los Angeles, California. There, she directed episodes for several popular television series. These include The Big C, Emily Owens, M.D., The Carrie Diaries, and 9-1-1. She has directed many exciting stories for TV.
Jann Turner as a Writer
Besides directing, Jann Turner is also a successful novelist. She has written several books. Her novels include Heartland, Southern Cross, and Home Is Where You Find It.
She has also written for television. One of her writing projects was for the teen drama Teen Wolf. This shows her skill in creating stories for different audiences.
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Turner in 1997
See also
In Spanish: Jann Turner para niños
