Billy Rose
Born: September 6, 1899
Died: February 10, 1960
in New York City, New York
Billy Rose was an American impresario, theatrical showman, lyricist and columnist. For years both before and after World War II, Billy Rose was a major force in entertainment, with shows such as Billy Rose's Crazy Quilt, Jumbo, Billy Rose's Aquacade, and Carmen Jones.