Luther Greene (1909–1987) was an American theatrical producer and landscaper. He was also active in landscaping business and designed rooftop gardens countrywide.

Personal life

He was born in Virginia and received his education the

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. He married an actress,

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in July 1946 and divorced in 1951.

Career

Greene started his career as a producer with a play, ''Ghosts'', starring,

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. In June 1987, he died at the age of 78.

Filmography

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(1976)'' * ''

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'' (1978) * '' Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart'' (1985) * ''Mark Twain'' (1985)

References

{{reflist 1987 deaths American theatre managers and producers University of Virginia alumni 1909 births