Dixon Dern, Influential Entertainment Lawyer, Dies at 97

Dixon Q. Dern, an influential Hollywood attorney, died July 19 at age 97. A Stanford University graduate, Dern shaped modern entertainment law through innovative business deals. He represented major entities including Desilu, UPA, CBS, and United Artists Television, while helping launch CAA. His distinguished client list featured Bob Hope, Jackie Gleason, and The Jackson 5. Originally from Colorado Springs, Dern moved to Los Angeles during the 1950s as television emerged as a dominant force in the industry.