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Jack H. Harris
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Jack Henry Harris
November 28, 1918 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
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| Died | March 14, 2017 (aged 98) Beverly Hills, California, U.S.
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| Occupation | Film producer and distributor |
| Years active | 1950s–1990s |
| Children | 2, including Lynda Resnick |
| Family | Stewart Resnick (son-in-law) |
Jack Henry Harris was an American film producer and distributor. He was born on November 28, 1918, and passed away on March 14, 2017. He was famous for making movies like The Blob (1958), 4D Man (1959), and Equinox (1970). As a producer, he helped bring these stories to the big screen.
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Jack Harris's Early Life and Career
Jack Harris was born in Philadelphia. His family had moved there from other countries.
He started in show business at a very young age, just six years old! He performed in a children's show called Gus Edwards' Kiddie Revue. Later, he worked in a movie theater. He was an usher, helped with publicity, and even worked in film distribution. Eventually, he became a film producer.
Jack Harris is known for coming up with the main idea for his 1958 movie, The Blob. This film became a classic science fiction horror movie. He also worked on TV shows like It's About Time and The Twilight Zone.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
In 2014, Jack Harris received a special honor. He was chosen to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This is a famous sidewalk in Hollywood where stars are placed to honor people in entertainment.
When he got his star on February 4, 2014, he was 95 years old. This made him the oldest person ever to be honored with a star on the Walk of Fame at that time. It was a big moment for him.
Jack Harris's Family Life
In 1988, Jack Harris married Judith "Judy" Parker. They lived in Beverly Hills.
Jack Harris's Passing
Jack Harris passed away on March 14, 2017, at his home in Beverly Hills. He was 98 years old. He was surrounded by his family, including his two children, Lynda Resnick and Anthony Harris.
Movies Jack Harris Produced
Jack Harris was a producer for many films. This means he helped make sure the movies got made.
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| 1958 | The Blob | Producer | |
| 1959 | 4D Man | Producer | |
| 1960 | Dinosaurus! | Producer | |
| 1965 | Master of Horror | Executive Producer | |
| 1966 | The Unkissed Bride | Producer | |
| 1970 | Equinox | Producer | |
| 1972 | Beware! The Blob | Executive Producer | |
| 1973 | Schlock | Producer | |
| 1974 | Dark Star | Executive Producer | |
| 1978 | Eyes of Laura Mars | Executive Producer | |
| 1986 | Prison Ship | Producer | |
| 1988 | The Blob | Producer | |
| 1991 | Blobermouth | Producer | His last film as a producer |
Jack Harris's Book
In 2015, Jack Harris wrote a book about his life and career. It was called FATHER OF THE BLOB: The Making Of A Monster Smash & Other Hollywood Tales. The book shared stories from his time in Hollywood.
