Jimmy Lovine

Jimmy Iovine, born March 11, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York, is a seminal figure in the music industry. He co-founded Interscope Records in 1990, which became one of the most influential labels, signing artists like Tupac Shakur and Dr. Dre. Iovine also produced iconic albums such as Bruce Springsteen's "Born to Run" and Patti Smith's "Easter." In 2006, he co-founded Beats by Dr. Dre, which Apple acquired for $3 billion in 2014. This acquisition significantly shaped Apple's entry into the music streaming market. Iovine's work spans several decades and includes notable contributions both as a producer and as a visionary entrepreneur in the music and technology industries.