About John Randolph Hearst
Lived 1909 – 1958 (aged 49). John Randolph Hearst was an American socialite.
John Randolph Hearst (1909–1958) was an American business executive and the third son of William Randolph Hearst.
Career Hearst, like his brothers, worked for the Hearst Corporation and was said to have the most executive talent among the sons of William Randolph Hearst.
Life
Marriages
Dorothy Hart Hearst Hearst's first marriage was to Dorothy Hart Hearst. Their marriage ended after Hart divorced and sued him in 1932, citing "extreme cruelty" from Hearst.
Fanne Wade Hearst Hearst remarried for a final time to Fanne Wade Hearst, and in 1946, the couple purchased the former estate of Henry Anderson in Flower Hill, New York.
Children Hearst had four children, including John Jr., who served as a company executive and director who represented this branch of the family among the trustees.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Randolph Hearst?
American business executive (1909-1958)
When was John Randolph Hearst born?
John Randolph Hearst was born on 26 September 1909.
When did John Randolph Hearst die?
John Randolph Hearst died on 13 November 1958 in Virgin Islands.
What was John Randolph Hearst's occupation?
John Randolph Hearst was a socialite.
What nationality was John Randolph Hearst?
John Randolph Hearst was American.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: John Randolph Hearst
· DBpedia: John Randolph Hearst
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