Irving Thalberg

Irving Grant Thalberg (May 30, 1899 – September 14, 1936) was an American film producer during the early years of motion pictures. He was called "The Boy Wonder" for his youth and his extraordinary ability to select the right scripts, choose the right actors, gather the best production staff and make hundreds of very profitable films, including Grand Hotel, China Seas, Camille, Mutiny on the Bounty and The Good Earth. He was born in Brooklyn, NY,... More

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  • May 30, 1899

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  • Sep 14, 1936 (age 37 years)

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  • Irving Grant Thalberg,
  • I.R. Irving,
  • Boy Wonder

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  • Sep 29, 1927
  • Sep 14, 1936

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  • 1.8 m (5.9 ft )

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