Obituary of Max Fleisher

Max Fleisher

Majer Fleischer (born July 19, 1883 in Kraków, Poland) was an animator, film director, and film producer who was best known for being the creator of the early animated American cartoons, Betty Boop and Popeye. Max died on September 11, 1972 and his tragic death was because of multiple sclerosis of the brain. He died at age 89.

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Max Fleisher Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Fleischer, Max
Common Name: Max Fleisher
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Kraków, Poland
Birth Date: July 19, 1883
Age: 89 (at death)
Occupations:
Active Years: 1918-1962

Religion: Jewish
Net Worth: $1.7 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Silver
Favorite Scent: Kenneth Cole Vintage Black
Favorite Actor: Joan Fontaine

Max's Family Tree

Birth Name: Majer Fleischer
Father: William Fleischer
Mother: Amaila Fleischer
Brother(s):

Dave Fleischer (1894-1979)
Lou Fleischer (1891-1985)

Spouse/Partner:

Essie Goldstein (married 24 December 1905-1972, his death)

Son(s):

Richard Fleischer (born December 08, 1916-died March 25, 2006)

Daughter(s):

Ruth Fleischer (1906-2001)

Death Notice:

Date: September 11 1972 at age 89
Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
Cause of Death: Multiple sclerosis

Category Tags:

Animator Film Director Film Producer American Born on July 19th Born in 1883 Died in 1972 Died at age 89 Died from Multiple sclerosis

Max's Notable Roles:

Betty Boop
Popeye

Quotable Quotes:

"Max Fleischer was an American filmmaker who directed pinball machines and animation. (V)"

"Max Fleischer will always be remembered for his groundbreaking contributions to the animation industry, his imaginative storytelling, and his creative spirit that inspired generations of animators. (V)"

"Max Fleischer had a successful career as a pioneering animator and producer, creating iconic characters such as Betty Boop and Popeye, but his professional relationships and business ventures often led to strained finances and legal battles. In the later years of his life, he struggled with declining health and eventually passed away. (V)"

Is Mr. Max Fleischer still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.