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Gene Markey (Eugene Willford Markey) was born on 11 December, 1895 in Jackson, Michigan, USA, is a Writer, Producer, Script Department. Discover Gene Markey's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? Also learn how He earned most of Gene Markey networth?

Popular As Eugene Willford Markey
Occupation writer,producer,script_department
Age 85 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born 11 December, 1895
Birthday 11 December
Birthplace Jackson, Michigan, USA
Date of death 1 May, 1980
Died Place Miami Beach, Florida, USA
Nationality United States

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Gene Markey Height, Weight & Measurements

At 85 years old, Gene Markey height is 5' 11" (1.8 m) .

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Height 5' 11" (1.8 m)
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Who Is Gene Markey's Wife?

His wife is Lucille Parker Wright (27 September 1952 - 1 May 1980) ( his death), Myrna Loy (3 January 1946 - 21 August 1950) ( divorced), Hedy Lamarr (5 March 1939 - 3 October 1941) ( divorced), Joan Bennett (12 March 1932 - 3 June 1937) ( divorced) ( 1 child)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Lucille Parker Wright (27 September 1952 - 1 May 1980) ( his death), Myrna Loy (3 January 1946 - 21 August 1950) ( divorced), Hedy Lamarr (5 March 1939 - 3 October 1941) ( divorced), Joan Bennett (12 March 1932 - 3 June 1937) ( divorced) ( 1 child)
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Gene Markey Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Gene Markey worth at the age of 85 years old? Gene Markey’s income source is mostly from being a successful Writer. He is from United States. We have estimated Gene Markey's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

A Lost Lady (1934)$10,125

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2018

While he lived in Kentucky, he purchased an 18th Century log cabin and had it moved to the Calumet Farm property. He used the cabin as a work room for his writing.

1980

Was good friends with songwriter, Irving Berlin, who sent flowers to his funeral when he died in 1980.

1971

While he was married to the widow of the owner of Calumet Farm, he developed something of a knack for naming the farm's horses. One was named Eastern Fleet (possibly as a tribute to his service in the Navy) - he finished Fourth in the 1971 Kentucky Derby. Another was named Myrtle Morgan after the streets that intersected in front of his property in Saratoga Springs, NY.

1965

Was the model for Burgess Meredith's character in the 1965 John Wayne film, In Harm's Way.

1958

Was commissioned a Kentucky Colonel (a ceremonial rank) on July 31, 1958 by Governor Albert 'Happy' Chandler, who had previously served as Commissioner of Baseball.

1946

His 1946 wedding to Myrna Loy was a full dress military affair at San Pedro Naval Station near Los Angeles, California. Fleet Admiral William F. Halsey was his best man and noted film director, [John Ford], gave the bride away.

1942

Won the Bronze Star for leading a reconaissance mission in the Solomon Islands - 1942. Also won the Legion of Merit, the Unit Comendation Medal, the Legion of Honor (France), and the Star of Solidarity (Italy).

1936

He was a writer and producer, known for White Hunter (1936), On the Avenue (1937) and You're the One (1941). He was married to Lucille Parker Wright, Myrna Loy, Hedy Lamarr and Joan Bennett.

1934

Daughter, with Bennett, Melinda born [February 1934]

1917

Served as an infantry Lieutenant in the U.S. Army during World War I (1917-1918). Saw action at the Battle of Bellau Wood and the Second Battle of the Marne.

1895

Gene Markey was born on December 11, 1895 in Jackson, Michigan, USA as Eugene Willford Markey.