Hal Roach, Jr.
American film and television producer
About Hal Roach, Jr.
Lived 1918 – 1972 (aged 53). Hal Roach, Jr. was an American film producer, television producer, film director and screenwriter.
Harold Eugene Roach Jr. (June 15, 1918 – March 29, 1972) was an American film and television producer.
Biography Roach Jr. was born in Los Angeles, the son of comedy producer Hal Roach and actress Marguerite Nichols. Roach Jr. co-directed One Million B.C. with his father.
Roach was president of the Hal Roach Studios for some time, but was ousted in 1959 when he and Alexander Guterma, who attempted to create an empire of the studio, Mutual Broadcasting System, and others, were both indicted on federal securities violations.
Roach married Alva Brewer in 1940, with whom he had two children. His father outlived him by 20 years, dying in 1992 at age 100. Roach is buried in Calvary Cemetery, East Los Angeles.
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Who was Hal Roach, Jr.?
American film and television producer (1918–1972)
When was Hal Roach, Jr. born?
Hal Roach, Jr. was born on 15 June 1918 in Los Angeles.
When did Hal Roach, Jr. die?
Hal Roach, Jr. died on 29 March 1972 in Santa Monica.
What was Hal Roach, Jr.'s occupation?
Hal Roach, Jr. was a film producer, television producer, film director and screenwriter.
What nationality was Hal Roach, Jr.?
Hal Roach, Jr. was American.
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