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David Geffen is a versatile American entrepreneur. Born in Brooklyn on February 21, 1943, he holds US citizenship . Geffen has excelled in various professional capacities, including film producer , talent agent , businessperson , record producer , television producer , theatrical producer , and music executive .
David Geffen founded Geffen Records and DGC Records . He also attended Brooklyn College , Santa Monica College , New Utrecht High School , and The University Of Texas At Austin .
Outside of his professional achievements, Geffen is the owner of the yachts Rising Sun and Pelorus , as well as the painting No. 5, 1948. He has been honored with the Ahmet Ertegun Tribute Concert and Grammy Awards . His notable works include founding Geffen Records , Asylum Records , and DGC Records as well as producing the film The Explosive Generation .