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Fred Weintraub Biography

Birth Name:Fred Weintraub

Birth Place:The Bronx, New York City, New York, United States

Profession Producer, Writer, Director, Actor

Fast Facts

  • In 1970, he was named as the Executive Vice President of Warner Bros․ studios
  • Before deciding to enter showbusiness, he was interested in becoming a rabbi
  • Was the original owner and host of the New York City nightclub The Bitter End
  • Quote: "(On what a producer is) "A juggler, magician and puppeteer all rolled into one - keeping twenty balls in the air․․․and making miracles happen every day․""
  • Is primarily known for his production of martial arts films
  • Was one of the few film executives who fought to get the film "Woodstock" made
  • Helped discover comedian Lenny Bruce, who performed at his New York City nightclub