Hilly Kristal

Hillel Kristal (September 23, 1931 – August 28, 2007) was an American club owner, manager and musician who was the owner of the iconic New York City club CBGB, which opened in 1973 and closed in 2006 over a rent dispute.

Hilly Kristal
Kristal in New York City in 1992
Born(1931-09-23)September 23, 1931
New York City, New York, U.S.
DiedAugust 28, 2007(2007-08-28) (aged 75)
New York City, New York, U.S.
EducationSettlement Music School
Occupations
  • Club owner
  • manager
  • musician
Known forOwner of CBGB nightclub
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