Denis O'Dell
Denis O'Dell | |
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 The Magic Christian producer Denis O'Dell (middle) on the set in 1969 with executive producer Anthony B. Unger and George Harrison who was visiting the film's co-star Ringo Starr. | |
| Born | 2 May 1923 |
| Died | 30 December 2021 (aged 98) Almería, Spain |
| Alma mater | University of Birmingham |
| Occupation | Film producer |
| Years active | 1956-1980 |
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Denis O'Dell (2 May 1923 – 30 December 2021) was a British film producer, best known for his work on films featuring The Beatles, including Magical Mystery Tour and A Hard Day's Night.[1]
Early life[]
O'Dell was born in the London district of Kensington in 1923 to John and Elizabeth O'Dell.[2]
Personal life[]
He retired to the Spanish city of Almería, which he persuaded several Hollywood directors, including Steven Spielberg and Ridley Scott, to use as a filming location.[2] O'Dell died at his home in Almería in 2021 at the age of 98.[3][4] He was survived by his wife, Donna and their four children, including producer Denise O'Dell.[2] He was also the maternal grandfather of producer Denis Pedregosa.[5]
References[]
- ^ "Denis O'Dell, Beatles Film Producer, Dies at 98". The Hollywood Reporter. 31 December 2021. Retrieved 1 January 2022.
- ^ a b c "Denis O'Dell obituary". The Times. 5 January 2022. Retrieved 5 January 2022.
- ^ Evans, Greg (31 December 2021). "Denis O'Dell Dies: Beatles Film Producer Was 98". Deadline. Retrieved 1 January 2022.
- ^ Haithman, Diane (31 December 2021). "Denis O'Dell, Producer of Beatles Film 'A Hard Day's Night', Dies at 98". TheWrap. Retrieved 1 January 2022.
- ^ Hopewell, John (31 December 2021). "Beatles Movies Producer Denis O'Dell Dies at 98". Variety. Retrieved 1 January 2022.
External links[]
- Denis O'Dell at IMDb
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