Trivia

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.