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Edith Beckerman. . ( m. 1936) . Children. 1. Lewis Robert Wasserman (March 22, 1913 – June 3, 2002) was an American businessman and talent agent, described as "the last of the legendary movie moguls" and "arguably the most powerful and influential Hollywood titan in the four decades after World War II". [1]
Lew R Wasserman, arguably most powerful and influential Hollywood titan in four decades after World War II, dies at age 89; considered last of legendary movie moguls, he began as theater usher...
Jun 6, 2002 · A critical obituary of Lew Wasserman, the Hollywood mogul who transformed the film industry with his deals and his politics. The article argues that Wasserman's legacy is one of conservatism, cynicism, and blockbuster culture.
Mar 22, 2016 · Lew Wasserman was a powerful agent, studio executive and producer who influenced show business and politics for decades. He mentored Steven Spielberg, pioneered backend deals, TV syndication and studio sales, and hosted Kennedy at his home.
Jun 4, 2002 · Lew R. Wasserman, a onetime theater usher and talent agent who emerged as the most powerful mogul in post-World War II Hollywood, died Monday morning at his Beverly Hills home from...
Apr 6, 1997 · The bandleader’s “Ole Buttermilk Sky” was No. 1 as Bugsy readied the Flamingo that December. Lew Wasserman, who had started out with Kyser, was a big deal in Hollywood now. So was Korshak.
Jul 16, 2002 · Lew Wasserman died last month with his legend intact, which is more than you’ll be able to say for most of today’s superstar CEOs. The reason was simple: He kept his mouth shut.
