Robert Chartoff Biography

American producer

Robert Irwin Chartoff (August 26, 1933 – June 10, 2015) was an American film producer and philanthropist.

Early life and education

Chartoff was born on August 26, 1933, in New York City, the son of Bessie and William Chartoff. His family was Jewish. He graduated from Union College in 1955, followed by Columbia University Law School.

Career

Chartoff produced more than 30 movies, including the Rocky film series boxing series. He and fellow producer Irwin Winkler won an Academy Award for Best Picture for its 1976 debut film, Rocky.

Philanthropy

Chartoff established the RC Charitable Foundation in 1990 to award grants to international schools and other child agencies. He served as its President. The RC Charitable Foundation gives grants awards to the Buddha Educational Trust. He served on the Community Advisory Board of the Younes and Soraya Israel Studies Center at UCLA.

Personal life

Chartoff's first wife was Phyllis Raphael, with whom he had three children – Jenifer, William and Julie – before divorcing. In 1970, he married British actress Vanessa Howard, with whom he had one son, Charley. That marriage also ended in divorce. He last married Jenny Weyman, with whom he had one daughter, Miranda. He died at his home in Santa Monica, California, in 2015 from pancreatic cancer, leaving a widow.

Filmography

He was a producer in all films unless otherwise noted.

Film

Thanks

References

External links

• Robert Chartoff at IMDb