Gene Markey

Eugene Willford "Gene" Markey (December 11, 1895 – May 1, 1980) was an American writer, producer, screenwriter, and highly decorated naval officer.

Gene Markey
Hedy Lamarr and Gene Markey, 1939
Born
Eugene Willford Markey

(1895-12-11)December 11, 1895
Jackson, Michigan, U.S.
DiedMay 1, 1980(1980-05-01) (aged 84)
Miami Beach, Florida, U.S.
Resting placeLexington Cemetery
Spouses
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(m. 1932; div. 1937)​
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    (m. 1939; div. 1941)​
      Myrna Loy
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      (m. 1946; div. 1950)​
        Lucille Parker Wright
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        (m. 1952)​
        Children1
        Military career
        Allegiance United States
        Service/branch United States Army
        United States Navy
        Years of service1918, 1920–56 (37 years)
        RankLieutenant (Army)/Rear Admiral (Navy)
        Battles/warsWorld War I

        World War II

        AwardsLegion of Merit
        Bronze Star
        Legion of Honor (France)
        Star of Solidarity (Italy)
        Navy Commendation Medal
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