Sky Arte airs Mike Myers documentary on legendary manager Shep Gordon
Mike Myers directed the documentary 'Supermensch – The legend of Shep Gordon', airing on Sky Arte on Wednesday, July 17. The film chronicles the life of Shep Gordon, the energetic manager of rock stars such as Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Blondie, and Alice Cooper. Gordon's career began after a chance meeting with Hendrix and Joplin in 1968. Myers, a friend of Gordon for over twenty years, traces his career through interviews with famous friends including Sylvester Stallone, Michael Douglas, and Alice Cooper. Gordon also pioneered the 'Celebrity Chef' format, demonstrating his foresight as a talent manager. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.
Key facts
- Documentary 'Supermensch – The legend of Shep Gordon' directed by Mike Myers.
- Airs on Sky Arte on Wednesday, July 17.
- Shep Gordon managed Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Blondie, and Alice Cooper.
- Gordon's career started after meeting Hendrix and Joplin in 1968.
- Myers has been friends with Gordon for over twenty years.
- Film includes interviews with Sylvester Stallone, Michael Douglas, and Alice Cooper.
- Gordon created the 'Celebrity Chef' format.
- Sky Arte's site is powered by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Mike Myers
- Shep Gordon
- Jimi Hendrix
- Janis Joplin
- Blondie
- Alice Cooper
- Sylvester Stallone
- Michael Douglas
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Artribune