American talent agent and television producer (1931–2022)
George Shapiro
Born
(1931-05-18)May 18, 1931
The Bronx, New York, U.S.
Died
May 26, 2022(2022-05-26) (aged 91)
Beverly Hills, California, U.S.
Alma mater
DeWitt Clinton High School New York University
Occupation
Talent agent
Spouse
Diane Barnett
(m. 1983)
George Shapiro (May 18, 1931 – May 26, 2022) was an American talent manager and television producer. He was among the most successful managers in show business in the United States, best known for representing Jerry Seinfeld, Carl Reiner, and Andy Kaufman and serving as a producer for the sitcom Seinfeld.[1]
^Whetsell, Tripp (May 25, 2018). "Veteran Talent Manager George Shapiro Looks Back on Early Career". Variety. Retrieved September 24, 2018.
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