- President of Morgan Creek productions from 2002 until his death.
- Named president of Columbia Pictures in 1982; later promoted to chairman/chief executive Officer. Resigned in 1986.
- While an agent at Creative Management Assocites (CMA) in the late 60s/early 70s, one of his clients was budding director Steven Spielberg.
- Survived by four children: Alexandra, Erin, Dawn and Daniel. Another daughter, Katharine, died in 2007.
- Began his career working in the mail room at Paramount, then joined the publicity department at MGM.
- The Last years of his career was as president of Morgan Creek Productions.
- Former brother-in-law of actress Dey Young and writer/director Lance Young.
- Prime Hollywood agent and one-time president, chairman and chief executive of Columbia Pictures.
- Involved with Lana Wood in 1963.
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