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Richard Simonton

1915-01-01 – 1979-01-01

Portrait of Richard Simonton
Richard Simonton (Doug Malloy) Pionier der Body-Modification-Szene. Hier auf der National Tattoo Convention 1977 in Reno.Credit: Manfred Kohrs

Life & Legacy

Richard Simonton (April 29, 1915 – August 22, 1979), also known under the pseudonym Doug Malloy, was a Hollywood businessman and entrepreneur, known for his involvement in the Hollywood community, his rescue of the steamboat Delta Queen, his work in preserving the work of musicians in the Welte-Mignon piano rolls and for founding the American Theatre Organ Society. Among piercing enthusiasts he is also known as a pioneer of the contemporary resurgence in body piercing.

Occupation & Career

autobiographer, businessperson

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q2150615 — wikidata View source

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