Harvey Ball
Entrepreneur

Harvey Ball Net Worth

Harvey Ball was born on July 10, 1921 in Worcester, MA. He was a commercial artist who is best known for creating the iconic smiley-face symbol. His design was used to boost morale during the Vietnam War and has since become a worldwide symbol of happiness and positivity. Ball profited off the creation of the smiley-face icon and is remembered for his contribution to popular culture.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day July 10, 1921
Birth Place Worcester, MA
Age 99 YEARS OLD
Died On Apr 12, 2001 (age 79)
Birth Sign Cancer

💰 Net worth: $10 million (2024)

About

Commercial Artist who profited off the creation of the smiley-face icon.

Before Fame

He earned the Bronze Star during World War II, and in 1979 he was able to retire as full colonel.

Trivia

He started his own Business Harvey Ball Advertising in 1959.

Family Life

He had four children with his wife Winifred.

Associated With

He and Al Hirschfeld were both able to commercialize their talent for art.

Some Harvey Ball images

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