Eric Berne

Eric Berne was an American psychiatrist and author, best known for his work in transactional analysis and his book, ‘Games People Play: The Psychology of Human Relationships’ (1964).

Personal and Family Life

Eric Berne was born on May 10, 1910, in Montréal, Québec, Canada. He had three marriages: first to Elinor McRae (1942-1945), then to Dorothy De Mass Way (1949-1964), with whom he had two children, and finally to Torre Rosecrans from 1967 until his death.

Death and Legacy

Eric Berne passed away on June 15, 1970, in Carmel, California, due to a heart attack. His contributions to psychology, particularly the development of transactional analysis, have left a lasting impact on the field.

Filmography

Year Title Role
1970 The Commune Actor