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David Plowright (David Ernest Plowright) was born on 11 December, 1930 in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England, is a British television producer. Discover David Plowright's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 75 years old?
| Popular As |
David Ernest Plowright |
| Occupation |
Television executive, producer |
| Age |
75 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Sagittarius |
| Born |
11 December, 1930 |
| Birthday |
11 December |
| Birthplace |
Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England |
| Date of death |
24 August, 2006 |
| Died Place |
Prestbury, Cheshire, England, |
| Nationality |
United Kingdom
|
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He is a member of famous Producer with the age 75 years old group.
David Plowright Height, Weight & Measurements
At 75 years old, David Plowright height not available right now. We will update David Plowright's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
Not Available |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is David Plowright's Wife?
His wife is Brenda Key (m. 1953–2006)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Brenda Key (m. 1953–2006) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
David Plowright Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is David Plowright worth at the age of 75 years old? David Plowright’s income source is mostly from being a successful Producer. He is from United Kingdom. We have estimated David Plowright's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Producer |
David Plowright Social Network
Timeline
David Ernest Plowright (11 December 1930 – 24 August 2006) was a British television executive and producer.
Plowright was educated at Scunthorpe Grammar School.
He began his career in journalism as a reporter on the Scunthorpe Star, and was, briefly, the equestrian correspondent of the Yorkshire Post.
Plowright married Brenda Key in 1953; they had a son and two daughters.
He joined Granada Television as news editor in 1957.
Plowright rose to become Controller of Programmes from 1969 to 1979, and he succeeded Denis Forman first as managing director, and then Chairman of Granada Television in 1987.
The outlook of Granada TV, under the leadership of Foreman and Plowright was described as "non-conformist, alternative, non-London".
He easily steered Granada through 1991 ITV franchise auctions by threatening to sell Coronation Street, Granada's signature show and one of the channel's biggest assets, to satellite television if their bid was rejected.
Plowright was forced out in 1992 by Gerry Robinson, the new chief executive, which led to John Cleese describing Robinson as an "upstart caterer".
Plowright's exit was regarded as a turning point in the process whereby ITV gave profits a bigger priority than programme quality.
At Granada, Plowright was a defender of the often controversial current affairs programme, World in Action.
Under his leadership, dramas such as Brideshead Revisited and The Jewel In The Crown became successes for the company.
In 1993, Plowright, with the support and backing of the University of Salford established the Nations and Regions Media Conference (now Salford International Media Festival) to champion the cause of regional broadcasters and producers.
He believed the nations and regions of the United Kingdom should have a bigger share in the production and decision-making processes of the major broadcasters.
Plowright was the younger brother of actress Joan Plowright, who was married to Laurence Olivier.
The connection led to Olivier appearing in several Granada drama productions, including Brideshead Revisited.
