Robert Z. Leonard Net Worth

Robert Z. Leonard was an American film director, actor, producer, and screenwriter born in Chicago, Illinois. He is best known for his stylish, opulent and lavish musicals such as 'Dancing Lady' and 'The Great Ziegfeld', the latter of which earned him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Director. He also ventured into the genre of film noir with 'The Bribe', though it did not perform well at the box office. After studying law at the University of Colorado, he realized that being a lawyer was not his calling and moved to Hollywood to pursue a career in the film industry. He established himself as an actor and then turned to directing, leading the creation of a series of comedy shorts before tasting considerable success as a director. Over a career spanning around three decades, he was one of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer’s premier directors.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it?	Film Director, Actor, Producer
Birth Day	October 07, 1889
Birth Place	Chicago, Illinois, United States
Age	130 YEARS OLD
Died On	August 27, 1968(1968-08-27) (aged 78)\nBeverly Hills, California
Birth Sign	Scorpio
Occupation	Director, producer, actor, screenwriter
Years active	1908–1957
Spouse(s)	Mae Murray (1918–1925) Gertrude Olmstead (1926–1968)

💰 Net worth: $1.5 Million (2024)

Robert Z. Leonard, a prominent figure in the American entertainment industry, has amassed an estimated net worth of $1.5 million as of 2024. Widely recognized for his multifaceted talents, Leonard has excelled as a film director, actor, and producer. Throughout his illustrious career, he has contributed significantly to the cinematic landscape, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. With a considerable net worth, Leonard's success and contributions continue to solidify his reputation as a leading figure in the United States film industry.

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Biography/Timeline

1949

He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director for The Divorcee and The Great Ziegfeld. Both were also nominated for Best Picture, and the latter won. One of the most odd credits in his filmography is the film noir thriller The Bribe (1949) with its sleazy settings, slippery characters, and steamy atmosphere.

1960

On February 8, 1960, Robert Leonard received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, for his contribution to the motion picture industry, at 6370 Hollywood Blvd.

1968

Robert Leonard died in 1968 in Beverly Hills, California. He is interred at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, near his wife, Gertrude Olmstead.

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