#111 David Geffen

Complex, contentious, and blessed with the perfect pitchability to find the next big talent, David Geffen has shaped American popular culture and transformed the way Hollywood does business. His dazzling career has included the roles of power agent. Record industry mogul Broadway producer.

and billionaire Hollywood studio founder. But from the beginning his accomplishments have been shadowed By the ruthlessness. With which he has pursued fame. Money and power.

With the operator, Tom King, who interviewed Geffen for the book and had an unimpeded access to his circle of intimates. Presented a mesmerizing chronicle. From the mailroom at William Morris. as well as a captivating tour of thirty sizzling years of Hollywood history.

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