8 Things You Didn’t Know About Howard Hughes

Howard Hughes who was also known as Howard Robard Hughes Jr. Is a well-known American producer who was born on December 24, 1905. He was born in Houston, Texas, United States of America. And was a very popular actor who got famous just because of his acting skills and his talent.

He initiated his career in the media in the year 1926 and was active till his death. Unfortunately, this amazing star died at the age of 70 on April 5, 1976. He was en route via air from Mexico to Houston, Texas, United States of America. There is still a lot more to know about this amazing star, hence we have gathered a bunch of interesting facts that you may find fascinating about him. 

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Howard Hughes

1. Besides Being A Producer

Howard Hughes was not only the best producer of his time but before getting into this field, he was an American business magnate, record-setting pilot, engineer, and philanthropist as well. 

2. Occupations

There is no doubt that he was the versatile artist of his time. He was Chairman and CEO of Summa Corporation, Founder of The Howard Hughes Corporation, Founder Of The Hughes Aircraft Company, and Founder and benefactor of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. ^[1] 

3. Relationship Status

He got married to Ella Botts Rice in 1925 and got divorced in 1929. Afterward, he got married to Jean Peters in 1957 and they both also got divorced in 1971. 

4. Educational Background

The talented producer was doubtlessly a well-qualified person. He got his early education from Rice University in Houston and California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, California. ^[2] 

5. Reasons For Popularity

As we mentioned before, he was a very popular producer. So he was best known due to his production in the films Hell’s Angels (1930), Scarface (1932), and The Outlaw (1943).

6. Suffered From Mental Issues

During his last years, he was suffering from mental issues. He suffered from severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

7. Board Membership

He was a board member of Hughes Aircraft Company and Howard Hughes Medical Institute. 

8. Invented A Two Cone Bit

He devised a superior two-cone bit, which made drilling easier and revolutionized the oil industry.