Charles Alden Black

About

California-born businessman, Naval officer, and oceanographer.

Before Fame

He studied at Stanford University and Harvard Business School, before joining the Navy during World War II.

Trivia

He worked as an executive for the Dole Pineapple Company. He later founded Mardela Corp., a California fishery.

Family Life

He was married to actress Shirley Temple, with whom he had two children.

Associated With

His wife, Shirley Temple Black, was not only a child film star, but also a diplomat.