Ray Long
Ray Long | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 23, 1878 Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America |
| Died | July 9, 1935 (aged 57) Beverly Hills, California, United States of America |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Magazine & newspaper editor, film writer |
| Known for | Editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine |
| Spouse(s) | Several (see 'Personal Life and Family' section) |
| Children | Ray Long (1924–1998) |
William Ray Long, (March 23, 1878 – July 9, 1935) was an American newspaper, magazine, film, writer, and editor who is notable for being the editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine between 1919 and 1931. He is said to have had "a colorful career" before he was affected by financial problems and ended up committing suicide.