Edgar Magnin

Edgar Magnin (July 1, 1890 – July 17, 1984) was rabbi and spiritual leader of Wilshire Boulevard Temple (previously Congregation B'nai B'rith), the oldest Jewish congregation in Los Angeles, California. Magnin served at the temple for 69 years and was considered one of the most prominent Jewish leaders in the United States, sometimes called the "Rabbi to the Stars" because of his close connections to the Hollywood film industry.

Early life Edgar Fogel Magnin was born on July 1, 1890, in San Francisco, California. His grandparents, Mary Ann Magnin and Isaac Magnin, founded the I. Magnin department store chain.

Magnin was active in Los Angeles civic affairs and in interfaith dialogue. They resided in Beverly Hills, California.

Death Magnin died on July 17, 1984, in Beverly Hills, California. He is buried at the Home of Peace Cemetery in East Los Angeles, California.