David Gest

David Alan Gest was an American producer and television personality, best known for his relationship with the Jackson family and his tumultuous marriage to Liza Minnelli.

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Profession :

Reality Celebrity

Birthday :

May 11, 1953

Death Date:

April 12, 2016

Age :

62

David Gest was an American entertainer, television producer, and media personality who rose to fame through his appearances on reality TV shows like “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!” and “Celebrity Big Brother”. As a successful music producer, he collaborated with renowned artists such as Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. Gest hosted the TV show “This Is David Gest” and produced the documentary “Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon”. He was also known for his philanthropy, actively supporting charitable causes such as cancer research and HIV/AIDS charities. Sadly, Gest passed away on April 12, 2016, at the age of 62. Notably, he became a surprisingly popular contestant on the ITV reality show ‘I’m a Celebrity’, garnering a large audience following.