Weinstein, Harvey
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Harvey Weinstein cofounded Miramax Films (MF) with Bob Weinstein in the late 1970s. Weinstein was born in New York on Mar. 19, 1952 and studied at the New York State University. MF received 25 Oscar nominations due to his excellent managerial skills.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1997
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Geffen, David
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David Geffen is the wealthiest man in the US entertainment industry and may become its first billionaire. Geffen's career as a record company executive and a motion picture backer is discussed.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1992
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Phillips, Sam
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Alabama businessman and record producer Sam Phillips established Sun Records in 1952, promoting black artists and eventually cutting Elvis Presley's first record in 1954.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2001
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