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David Geffen: Bio And Career Highlights

Geffen co-founded Asylum Records in 1971, signing The Eagles and Joni Mitchell, boosting the Southern California sound.
He launched Geffen Records in 1980, later hosting acts like Nirvana and Guns N’ Roses.
Geffen co-founded DreamWorks SKG in 1994 with Spielberg and Katzenberg, expanding into film and TV.
Philanthropy includes major donations to medical research and the arts, with UCLA’s Geffen School of Medicine reflecting his impact.
Geffen was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010 for his influence in the industry.
Geffen publicly came out as gay in 1992, marking a notable moment in his personal life.
Geffen's early life in Brooklyn and his entrepreneurial family background shaped his drive.
Geffen studied at multiple institutions, including Santa Monica College, before pursuing entertainment.
His career expanded beyond music into film via DreamWorks and related ventures.
Geffen’s broader influence includes strategic talent scouting and business acumen across media.

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