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David Lloyd Wolper (January 11, 1928 – August 10, 2010) was an American television and film producer, responsible for shows such as Roots, The Thorn Birds, and North and South, and the theatrically-released films Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) and L.A. Confidential.
David L. Wolper was born on 11 January 1928 in New York City, New York, USA. He was a producer and director, known for L.A. Confidential (1997), Murder in the First (1995) and Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971). He was married to Gloria Hill, Dawn Richard and Toni Carroll. He died on 10 August 2010 in Beverly Hills, California, USA.
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Learn about the life and career of David L. Wolper, one of the most influential and versatile producers in television history. Explore his achievements in documentaries, mini-series, comedy, drama, and more.
Aug 12, 2010 · David L. Wolper, an award-winning movie and television producer best known for the groundbreaking mini-series “Roots,” died on Tuesday at his home in Beverly Hills, Calif. He was 82. The...
Aug 11, 2010 · A tribute to the TV and film documentary pioneer who produced \"Roots\", \"The Thorn Birds\" and the Olympics ceremonies. Learn about his career, achievements and legacy in the entertainment industry.
Aug 11, 2010 · David L. Wolper, whose landmark 1977 miniseries "Roots" engrossed the nation with its saga of an American family descended from an African slave, has died. He was 82. Wolper died peacefully...
Watch a nearly five-hour interview with producer David L. Wolper, who created documentaries, sitcoms, and miniseries for TV. Learn about his collaborations with Mike Wallace, Jacques Cousteau, and others.
