Aaron Russo

Aaron Russo
Russo promoting his film America: Freedom to Fascism at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival
BornFebruary 14, 1943
Brooklyn, New York U.S.
DiedAugust 24, 2007(2007-08-24) (aged 64)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Known for
  • Music manager
  • film producer
  • libertarian politician and activist

Aaron Russo (February 14, 1943 – August 24, 2007) was an American entertainment businessman, film producer, director, and political activist. He was best known for producing movies including Trading Places, Wise Guys, and The Rose. Later in life, he created various libertarian-leaning political documentaries like Mad as Hell and America: Freedom to Fascism.

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