Jerome Zerbe

Jerome Zerbe was an American photographer and gossip columnist. He was known for his work in the field of celebrity journalism and for his close relationships with many famous individuals.

Jerome Zerbe was born on November 6, 1904.

Jerome Zerbe was a pioneer in the field of candid photography. He helped popularize the use of smaller cameras, such as the 35mm Leica, which allowed photographers to capture more spontaneous and intimate shots of their subjects. Zerbe's work captured the essence of his subjects' personalities and conveyed a sense of intimacy that was not commonly seen in traditional portrait photography.

In addition to his work as a photographer, Jerome Zerbe also had a successful career as a gossip columnist. He wrote for various publications, including The Washington Post and The New York Daily Mirror. Zerbe's columns were known for their scandalous and often controversial content, as he had access to inside information about the personal lives of many celebrities.

Jerome Zerbe worked as a photographer for over five decades. He began his career in the 1920s and continued to work in the field until his death in 1988. Throughout his career, Zerbe captured iconic images of some of the most famous faces of the 20th century, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of photography.