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Charles Skouras
1889-01-01 – 1954-01-01
Life & Legacy
Charles P. Skouras (; Greek: Κάρολος Σκούρας; 1889–1954) was an American movie executive and president of Fox West Coast, born in Skourohorion, Greece. He and his two brothers, George Skouras and Spyros Skouras, came from Greece as poor sons of a sheep herder who rose to become top movie executives.
Survived by his grandson, Charles P. Skouras III a film and television producer known for shows such as Desperate Housewives and iconic films including The Abyss, Free Willy, and That Thing You Do. His great-grandson Charles P. Skouras IV is an entertainment agent at the Murtha Skouras Agency, representing multiple award-winning producers, cinematographers, production designers, and editors for film and television.
Occupation & Career
businessperson, entrepreneur, patron of the arts
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
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Family Child
Edith Skouras
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Family Sibling
George Skouras
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Family Sibling
Spyros Skouras
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Family & Relationships
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