Dwight Hemion, 'Elvis In Concert' director, dies

Dwight Hemion, 'Elvis In Concert' director, dies: Dwight Hemion, who directed the 'Elvis in Concert' CBS TV special has died aged 81: TV producer-director Dwight Hemion, the record-holder for the most Emmy Award nominations (47), died at his home on Monday of renal failure. The recipient of 18 Emmys and five Directors Guild of America Awards, he was a pioneer in televised concerts and variety specials. For much of his career he worked closely with producer Gary Smith and worked with such stars as Barbra Streisand, Elvis Presley, Ann-Margret and Frank Sinatra. 'Elvis In Concert' was filmed in June 1977, 6 weeks before Elvis' death and was the last professionally filmed footage of Elvis. EPE is still considering whether it should be released officially on DVD. Go here to see EIN's spotlight 'Elvis In Concert'- Should it be released officially?' - do you agree?

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