Bennett Cerf

1898 - 1971

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Biography

Bennett Cerf (1898-1971) was an American publisher, one of the founders of Random House, a leading publisher of the 20th century. He played a significant role in promoting and publishing works by renowned authors such as William Faulkner, James Joyce, and Dr. Seuss. Cerf was also known for his wit and humor, appearing as a panelist on the popular television game show 'What's My Line?' for over 25 years.