Arthur Unger
American entertainment journalist
About Arthur Unger
Lived 1924 – 2004 (aged 79–80). Arthur Unger was an American, known for Datebook (magazine).
Arthur Unger (1924 — 9 July 2004) was an American entertainment journalist who reviewed movies and television shows for The Christian Science Monitor and the American teen magazine Ingenue.
He edited and published several magazines such as Mechanix Illustrated and Datebook, and became famous for republishing the controversial "More popular than Jesus" interview with the Beatles.
Before becoming a journalist, Unger served as an Army cryptographer in the Pacific Theater in World War II.
His artifacts are stored at the State Historical Society of Missouri, including recordings, transcripts and notes from his interviews with celebrities, his writing, Beatles publications and personal materials.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arthur Unger?
American entertainment journalist (1924–2004)
When was Arthur Unger born?
Arthur Unger was born in 1924.
When did Arthur Unger die?
Arthur Unger died on 9 July 2004.
What was Arthur Unger known for?
Arthur Unger was known for Datebook (magazine).
What nationality was Arthur Unger?
Arthur Unger was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Unger. https://biography.guide/arthur-unger/
MLA: "Arthur Unger." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arthur-unger/.
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