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Howard Dietz

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Howard Dietz · Arts & Literature

What

Song lyricist

When

1896, New York City, United States — 1983, New York City, United States

Where

United States

Biography

Howard Dietz is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Song lyricist

How & why

Howard Dietz, born to a Jewish family in New York, was a prolific lyricist—'Dancing in the Dark,' 'That's Entertainment!'—and a longtime publicity chief at MGM, where he is often credited with the studio's roaring-lion trademark.

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Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music

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Song lyricist

1896

Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music