J. Richard Munro
American media executive
About J. Richard Munro
Lived 1931 – 2024 (aged 93).
J. Richard Munro (January 26, 1931 – August 11, 2024) was an American media executive.
Career He served in the United States Marines in the Korean War. He graduated from Colgate University. From 1980 to 1986, he was president of Time Inc.
In 1989, he was instrumental in the merger between Time Inc. and Warner Communications Inc. He was co-founder and co-chairman of Time-Warner, with Steven J. Ross. He retired in 1990.
From 1984 to 1994, he was a trustee of RAND Corporation.
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Who was J. Richard Munro?
American media executive (1931–2024)
When was J. Richard Munro born?
J. Richard Munro was born on 26 January 1931.
When did J. Richard Munro die?
J. Richard Munro died on 11 August 2024.
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