Douglas Leigh
American advertising executive and designer (1907–1999) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Douglas Leigh (May 24, 1907 – December 14, 1999) was an American advertising executive and lighting designer, and a pioneer in signage and outdoor advertising.[1][2] He is famous for making New York City's Times Square the site of some of the world's most famous neon signs,[3] or electric billboards.[4][5] Leigh also designed the colored lighting scheme for the Empire State Building.[6]
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Douglas Leigh | |
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Born | May 24, 1907 Anniston, Alabama, USA |
Died | December 14, 1999(1999-12-14) (aged 92) New York City, USA |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | University of Florida |
Known for | Being a pioneer in signage and outdoor advertising |
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