Merv Adelson’s Net Worth
Merv Adelson’s net worth is
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$500 Thousand
Merv Adelson Wiki Biography
Kenneth “Kenny O” Ortiz, born on November 10, is an American record executive, songwriter, and record producer. He currently serves as the CEO of World Trade Entertainment. Ortiz played a crucial role in the success of SWV by signing the group and actively participating in their creative process for original songs, remixes, and collaborations. His influence also extends to discovering talents such as Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, known as the Neptunes, and guiding their early careers. Additionally, Ortiz’s A&R and promotion skills have contributed to the multi-platinum sales of various music figures across genres, including SWV, Anita Baker, Keith Sweat, Neptunes, BeBe Winans, CeCe Winans, Ryan Toby, Mantronix, Simply Red, The Cure, Ten Thousand Maniacs, Tracy Chapman, Martha Wash, and MC Hammer.
Ortiz’s impact extends to his involvement in the development and signing of other artists, such as Jazmine Sullivan, Brian McKnight, “Joe”, Shaffer Smith, Amerie, Ryan Toby, Johnta Austin, and the Wu-Tang Clan. His work allowed acts to secure deals with major labels and led to career-defining opportunities for many artists.
Ortiz has collaborated with prominent executives and moguls like Quincy Jones, LA Reid, Pharrell Williams, Skip Miller, Bruce Lundvall (of Blue Note Records), and Tom Whalley.
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| Net Worth | $500 Thousand |
| Date Of Birth | October 23, 1929 |
| Place Of Birth | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Profession | Producer |
| IMDB |
| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | Third husband of Barbara Walters. |
| 2 | Ex-son-in-law of Lou Walters. |
| 3 | Father of producer Gary Adelson and Andrew Adelson. |
| 4 | First cousin of brothers Lenny Adelson and Marvin Adelson (lyricist and film editor, respectively). First wife’s name was used along with partner I. Molasky’s and executive Lee Rich’s last initials, to form the production company name ‘Lorimar’ (Lori, Molasky, Adelson, and Rich) Sued ‘Penthouse’ for libel. Son of Nathan Adelson, for whom the Nathan Adelson Hospice in Las Vegas, NV is named. Recipient of countless awards for humanitarian and charitable efforts. |
Producer
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The JammX Kids | 2004 | Video short executive producer / co-producer | |
| An Officer and a Gentleman | 1982 | executive producer – uncredited |
Thanks
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marilyn Hotchkiss’ Ballroom Dancing and Charm School | 1990 | Short angel |
