Pierre Cossette
Television producer and manager
Born
December 15th, 1923
101 years ago
Died
September 11th, 2009
15 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A television producer and manager played a significant role in the entertainment industry. He produced the first televised Academy Awards in 1953, shaping the format of awards shows. Over the years, he worked on various productions, including numerous Grammy Awards broadcasts. His production company became known for developing programs that showcased talent in music and entertainment. His contributions helped to standardize live broadcasts of awards presentations and events.
Produced the first televised Academy Awards
Produced multiple Grammy Awards broadcasts
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