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Harry Morris Warner (born Hirsz Mojżesz Wonsal; December 12, 1881 – July 25, 1958) was a pivotal American film studio executive and one of the four founding brothers of Warner Bros. Pictures. Born in Krasnosielc, Poland, he emigrated to the United States and, alongside his brothers Albert, Sam, and Jack, transformed a small film distribution business into a Hollywood powerhouse. Harry served as the company's president for decades, overseeing its crucial early growth, its pioneering embrace of sound technology with [[the-jazz-singer|The Jazz Singer]] in 1927, and its expansion into a major studio. His pragmatic leadership and business acumen were instrumental in navigating the volatile early days of cinema, establishing a legacy that continues to shape the modern entertainment industry.