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Samuel Goldwyn (/ ˈ ɡ oʊ l d w ɪ n /; born Szmuel Gelbfisz; Yiddish: שמואל געלבפֿיש; August 27, 1882 (claimed but most likely July 1879) – January 31, 1974), also known as Samuel Goldfish, was a Polish-born American film producer and pioneer in the American film industry, who produced Hollywood’s first major-motion picture.
Samuel Goldwyn. Producer: The Best Years of Our Lives. Famed for his relentless ambition, bad temper and genius for publicity, Samuel Goldwyn became Hollywood's leading "independent" producer -- largely because none of his partners could tolerate him for long.
- Producer, Additional Crew, Actor
- August 17, 1879
- Samuel Goldwyn
- January 31, 1974
Jun 27, 2024 · Samuel Goldwyn (born July 1879, Warsaw, Poland, Russian Empire—died Jan. 31, 1974, Los Angeles, Calif., U.S.) was a pioneer American filmmaker and one of Hollywood’s most prominent producers for more than 30 years.
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Jan 31, 2015 · Saturday marks the 41 st anniversary of Samuel Goldwyn’s passing. The film pioneer was 94 years old when he died on Jan. 31, 1974 due to natural causes.
Jul 17, 2005 · Learn about the life and career of Sam Goldwyn, a Polish immigrant who became a Hollywood legend and a pioneer of the American movie industry. Explore his achievements, collaborations, relationships, and legacy through his films and awards.
Jan 31, 2014 · Decades after his death, Samuel Goldwyn’s name is still associated with Hollywood. He’s the “G” in MGM when the movie starts. As end credits roll, there’s his signature, sprawling across ...
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May 21, 2018 · Samuel Goldwyn was a Polish-born American film producer who founded several studios and won multiple awards. He produced classics such as Greed, Wuthering Heights, The Best Years of Our Lives, and Porgy and Bess.
