Hyman Roth

Hyman Roth is a fictional character in the Godfather series of books and films. He was a Jewish investor and a business partner of Vito Corleone, and later his son Michael Corleone. He is based on the late Florida-based mobster, Meyer Lansky, and played in the movie by Lee Strasberg.

Read more about Hyman Roth:  Early Years, Roth's Empire, Assassination Attempt, Senate Hearings, Roth's Death

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