- Rock promoter. Died in helicopter crash near San Francisco, California at age 60. The helicopter struck a transmission tower and exploded shortly after taking off into high winds and rain. Pilot error. All 3 aboard were killed.
- Elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (under the category Non-Performer) in 1992.
- He shared a birthday with fellow Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members, Elvis Presley, David Bowie and The Doors guitarist Robby Krieger.
- Fought in the US Army during the Korean War, was awarded a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart for wounds received in battle.
- Opened the Fillmore in San Francisco in 1966.
- Was business manager for the San Francisco Mime Troupe.
- Attended DeWitt Clinton High School in Bronx, New York.
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