Tell me a bio of Mike Nichols.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater. He was born Mikhail Igor Peschkowsky in Berlin, Germany, to Jewish parents, and emigrated to the United States with his family in 1939.

Nichols began his career as a comedian and improvisational actor, performing with the Compass Players and later the Second City improv troupe in Chicago. In the late 1950s, he teamed up with Elaine May to form the comedy duo Nichols and May. They appeared on television and in several Broadway shows, earning critical acclaim for their sharp wit and observational humor.

Nichols made his film directing debut in 1966 with "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. The film was a critical and commercial success, earning Nichols his first Academy Award for Best Director. He went on to direct a number of other successful films, including "The Graduate" (1967), "Carnal Knowledge" (1971), "Silkwood" (1983), and "Working Girl" (1988).

In addition to his work in film, Nichols was also a prolific director of Broadway productions, including "Barefoot in the Park," "The Odd Couple," and "An Act of God." He won a total of six Tony Awards for his work on Broadway.

Nichols was known for his ability to elicit powerful performances from his actors, and his films often explored complex themes of relationships, sexuality, and power. He was a three-time Academy Award winner for Best Director, and was also honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Film Institute.

Nichols passed away on November 19, 2014, at the age of 83. He left behind a legacy as one of the most influential and innovative directors in American film and theater history.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater. He was born Mikhail Igor Peschkowsky in Berlin, Germany, to Jewish parents, and emigrated to the United States with his family in 1939.

Nichols began his career as a comedian and improvisational actor, performing with the Compass Players and later the Second City improv troupe in Chicago. He moved to New York City in the late 1950s and formed a comedy duo with Elaine May. Their act, which combined satire, improvisation, and psychological insight, was a major influence on the development of modern American comedy.

Nichols made his film directing debut in 1966 with "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. The film was a critical and commercial success, and Nichols went on to direct a number of other acclaimed
Mike Nichols was an American director.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater
Mike Nichols was a producer.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater
Mike Nichols was a comedian.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater
Mike Nichols was known for his work in film.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater
Mike Nichols was known for his work in television.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater
Mike Nichols was known for his work in theater.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater
Mike Nichols was born on August 6, 1931.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater
Mike Nichols passed away on November 19, 2014.
Mike Nichols (August 6, 1931 – November 19, 2014) was an American director, producer, and comedian, known for his work in film, television, and theater
He was born Mikhail Igor Peschkowsky.
 He was born Mikhail Igor Peschkowsky in Berlin, Germany, to Jewish parents, and emigrated to the United States with his family in 1939
He was born in Berlin, Germany.
 He was born Mikhail Igor Peschkowsky in Berlin, Germany, to Jewish parents, and emigrated to the United States with his family in 1939
He was born to Jewish parents.
 He was born Mikhail Igor Peschkowsky in Berlin, Germany, to Jewish parents, and emigrated to the United States with his family in 1939
He emigrated to the United States with his family.
 He was born Mikhail Igor Peschkowsky in Berlin, Germany, to Jewish parents, and emigrated to the United States with his family in 1939
He emigrated to the United States in 1939.
 He was born Mikhail Igor Peschkowsky in Berlin, Germany, to Jewish parents, and emigrated to the United States with his family in 1939
Nichols began his career as a comedian.
Nichols began his career as a comedian and improvisational actor, performing with the Compass Players and later the Second City improv troupe in Chicago
Nichols began his career as an improvisational actor.
Nichols began his career as a comedian and improvisational actor, performing with the Compass Players and later the Second City improv troupe in Chicago
Nichols performed with the Compass Players.
Nichols began his career as a comedian and improvisational actor, performing with the Compass Players and later the Second City improv troupe in Chicago
He moved to New York City in the late 1950s.
 He moved to New York City in the late 1950s and formed a comedy duo with Elaine May
He formed a comedy duo with Elaine May.
 He moved to New York City in the late 1950s and formed a comedy duo with Elaine May
Their act combined satire, improvisation, and psychological insight.
 Their act, which combined satire, improvisation, and psychological insight, was a major influence on the development of modern American comedy
Their act was a major influence on the development of modern American comedy.
 Their act, which combined satire, improvisation, and psychological insight, was a major influence on the development of modern American comedy
Nichols made his film directing debut in 1966.
Nichols made his film directing debut in 1966 with "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf
The film stars Elizabeth Taylor.
" starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton
The film stars Richard Burton.
" starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton