Albert Warner
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Abraham "Albert" Warner (born Aaron Wonsal,[1] July 23, 1884[2] – November 26, 1967) was an American film executive who was one of the founders of Warner Bros. He established the production studio with his brothers Harry, Sam, and Jack L. Warner. He served as the studio's treasurer until he sold his stock in 1956.[3]
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Albert Warner | |
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Born | Aaron (or Abraham) Wonsal (1884-07-23)July 23, 1884 |
Died | November 26, 1967(1967-11-26) (aged 83) Miami Beach, Florida, U.S. |
Occupation(s) | Film executive Co-founder of Warner Brothers |
Years active | 1903–1956 |
Spouses | Bessie Krieger
(m. 1908; died 1923)Bessie Siegal (m. 1925) |
Relatives | brothers Harry, Sam, and Jack L. Warner |
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