- Born
- Died
- Birth nameJohn Michael Riva
- Nickname
- Michael Riva
- J. Michael Riva was born on June 28, 1948 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA. He was a production designer and art director, known for Iron Man (2008), Django Unchained (2012) and The Color Purple (1985). He was married to Julia Riva and Wendy Riva. He died on June 7, 2012 in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
- SpousesJulia Riva (divorced)Wendy Riva(? - June 7, 2012) (his death, 4 children)
- Parents
- RelativesJ. Paul Riva(Sibling)David Riva(Sibling)Marlene Dietrich(Grandparent)Peter Riva(Sibling)
- Frequently worked with Richard Donner.
- Briefly engaged to actress Jamie Lee Curtis during the 1980s.
- Grandson of Marlene Dietrich and Rudolf Sieber.
- Son of actress and biographer Maria Riva and William Riva.
- Member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences [Designers Branch].
- Died during the production of "Django Unchained.".
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