Victor Orsatti

Film Producer

Birthday November 25, 1905

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace California

DEATH DATE Jun 9, 1984 (78)

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About

Remembered for producing the movie Flight to Hong Kong and the CBS Paramount series The Texan, he is also notable for his career as a talent agent. Over the course of his career, he represented such major stars as Betty Grable and Judy Garland.

Before Fame

He and his brothers established the Orsatti Talent Agency during the 1930s.

Trivia

During his time at the University of Southern California, he was the quarterback on the school's football team.

Family Life

His first three marriages -- to screen actress June Lang, entertainer Marie McDonald, and Playboy model Dolores Donlon -- all ended in divorce. He was married to his fourth wife, Arla Turner Orsatti, until his death.

Associated With

He was responsible for convincing Olympic figure skating medalist Sonja Henie to pursue what turned out to be a successful Hollywood acting career.