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It happened today: Celebrated Swiss Producer's Legacy

Published: February 4, 2026 · Period: 2026-02-04

This insight lists historic events that occurred on the same day in the past.

Arthur Cohn was a renowned Swiss film producer, born on February 4, 1927, and celebrated for winning multiple Academy Awards, including six Oscars for his films. He was born into a Jewish family with deep roots in Basel, where his grandfather served as the first chief rabbi of the city. Cohn maintained strong ties to Basel throughout his life, receiving an honorary degree from the University of Basel in 2006. He split his time between Basel and Los Angeles, known for his hands-on approach to film production, leaving a lasting legacy in the cinematic world. See wikipedia for more information.

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