Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Michael Ovitz
Creative Artists Agency
1974–1995
1974–1995
Creative Artists Agency
1974–1995
1974–1995
Ovitz founded and led one of the most successful talent agencies in Hollywood. By representing both scriptwriters and actors he was able to offer a unique service that often resulted in the packaging of the two talents. For the 20 years that he led the agency, he was considered one of the most powerful figures in the entertainment industry.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1946
- Birthplace: Illinois
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Owner, Small Business
Education / Military
- Undergraduate: University of California at Los Angeles