David Susskind
David Howard Susskind (December 19, 1920 – February 22, 1987) was an American producer of TV, movies, and stage plays and also a TV talk show host. His talk shows were innovative in the genre and addressed timely, controversial topics beyond the scope of others of the day. His first job after the war was as a press agent for Warner Brothers. Next, he was a talent agent for Century Artists, ultimately ending up in the Music Corporation of America's newly minted television programming department, managing Dinah Shore, Jerry Lewis, and others. I…
Known field
Production
Total Movie Credited
74
Total TV Shows Credited
25
Gender
Male
Place of birth
New York City, New York, USA
Birthdate
December 19, 1920
Death Date
February 22o 1987