Billy Rose

Known for

Acting

Gender

Male

Born

September 6, 1899

Age at death

60

Died

February 10, 1960

From

New York City, New York

Billy Rose was an American impresario, theatrical showman, lyricist and columnist. For years both before and after World War II, Billy Rose was a major force in entertainment, with shows such as Billy Rose's Crazy Quilt, Jumbo, Billy Rose's Aquacade, and Carmen Jones.