William Wilkerson
William Richard "Billy" Wilkerson (September 29, 1890 – September 2, 1962) was the founder of the Hollywood Reporter, Flamingo Hotel and owner of such nightclubs as Ciro's. He was also responsible for discovering actress Lana Turner across the street from Hollywood High School.
Read more about William Wilkerson: Early Life, The Hollywood Reporter, Nightclubs and The Sunset Strip, Gambling Compulsion, The Flamingo: Initial Stages, Construction and The Eastern Syndicate, Bugsy's Influence, The Final Meeting, Hiding in Paris, Personal Life, Later Life