Brian Epstein

Brian Epstein was the manager for The Beatles.

He managed The Beatles from 1962 until he died of an overdose in 1967.

Early Years
Brian Epstein was born on 19 September 1934, to Harry and Queenie Epstein. Brian had been raised in Liverpool throughout multiple locations during his childhood. It was after his 16th birthday that he had asked his father to allow him to design dresses. Harry opposed this idea, and demanded that Brian work in the family’s furniture store. Despite being unhappy with the job, Brian excelled at being a salesman. A famous example is selling an expensive table to a woman who asked for a mirror.

Later, the National Compulsory Service drafted Epstein. He served for two years, until he was discharged for being mentally and emotionally unfit. Epstein revealed to a psychiatrist, that he had wanted to be an actor. It was after this that he joined the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. He remained in the school until his third term. When he returned, his father placed him in charge of NEMS music store. It was with Epstein’s exhausting work that the store became the success that it did. It wasn’t until a customer had asked him for a copy of “My Bonnie” played by Tony Sheridan and a new group known as the “beat brothers”, that he learned about the Beatles.

Influence on The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show and tours
Brian was the one who brought up the idea of The Beatles bowing in unison after each song when they preformed live.

He also got them to wear suits and jackets on The Ed Sullivan Show.

Death
Brian died of a drug overdose in late 1967.

The Beatles never did get over the loss.

Sexual Orientation
Brian Epstein was a closeted homosexual, however this wasn’t because of choice; rather it was illegal at the time for a man to be gay in England. He always had an attraction to strong dangerous men, often soliciting sex in less than reputable places. His choice in men, and orientation, had led to speculation of a vacation in Spain in which he took John Lennon. Although John adamantly denied any type of interaction, he later admitted to questioning Brian about his preferences. Brian had developed a slight crush on Paul, but always favoring John. John also frequently assaulted Brian’s orientation. Most notably during the outtakes of “Baby You’re A Rich Man”, in which he sung the lyrics with a slight alteration to jab Brian “Baby, You’re A Rich Fag Jew.”