Daniel Carson Goodman was an American screenwriter, physician, and author known for his controversial book titled Hagar Revelly. Born on August 24, 1881, in Chicago, Illinois, Goodman had a diverse career that included both medicine and film production.
Goodman pursued his education in medicine and eventually became a licensed doctor. However, his interests also extended to the world of cinema, where he found success as a screenwriter.
Goodman's work in the film industry was marked by controversy and intrigue. He gained notoriety for his banned book, Hagar Revelly, which stirred up public interest and scandal. Despite facing backlash for his writing, Goodman continued to push boundaries and challenge societal norms through his work.
Goodman became entangled in a scandal surrounding the death of producer Thomas Ince, who passed away under mysterious circumstances aboard William Randolph Hearst's yacht. The circumstances of Ince's death raised questions and suspicions, casting a shadow of doubt over the events that transpired on the yacht.
In 1923, Goodman married Alma Rubens, but their union was short-lived, ending in 1925. Prior to his marriage to Rubens, Goodman was engaged to actress Florence La Badie. Tragically, La Badie passed away shortly after the couple was involved in a car accident, leaving Goodman devastated by the loss.
Goodman's connection to William Randolph Hearst further added to the intrigue surrounding his life. He was aboard Hearst's yacht at the time of Thomas Ince's death, leading to speculation about the events that unfolded during that fateful journey.
Despite the controversies and scandal that marked his career, Daniel Carson Goodman left a lasting impact on both the medical and entertainment fields. His contributions to screenwriting and literature continue to be remembered and analyzed, shedding light on the complexities of his life and work.