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Sarnoff

American  
[sahr-nawf, -nof] / ˈsɑr nɔf, -nɒf /

noun

  1. David, 1891–1971, U.S. businessman and broadcasting executive, born in Russia.


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David Sarnoff, general manager of Radio Corp. of America, shot back that he was trying to improve “the happiness of the nation” by delivering popular music to millions of people.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

That will also allow Sarnoff to adapt two books per season — Season 2 is already in production.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

By Episode 6, it became clear to Sarnoff how she wanted to conclude each timeline, including what the final shot would entail.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Minnow Cerf faced down the whale David Sarnoff, head of RCA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

NBC’s president, Robert Sarnoff, threatens to replace him with the popular bandleader Xavier Cugat.

From New York Times • Apr. 24, 2023

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