Richard Ney, a Columbia University alumnus with a degree in economics, embarked on an unexpected journey in the world of stage and films after being sidetracked from his initial career path. His movie debut was a notable one, as he was cast as Greer Garson's eldest son in the Academy Award-winning film "Mrs. Miniver" in 1942.
Ney's personal life took a dramatic turn when he married the renowned actress Greer Garson, who was twelve years his senior, in 1947. The union was met with criticism during their divorce proceedings the following year, as allegations surfaced that Ney had made derogatory comments about Garson's age. This scandalous affair had a lasting impact on Ney's acting career, as he struggled to bounce back from the negative publicity.
The nadir of Ney's acting career was arguably his appearance in the poorly received film "Babes in Bagdad" in 1952. Faced with a series of inferior film roles in both Hollywood and Europe, Ney made the decision to abandon acting for good in 1961.
Ney's professional career took a drastic turn for the better when he transitioned into the world of finance, becoming a prominent stock market analyst and financial consultant. His accurate prediction of the 1962 stock market crash earned him widespread recognition and fame across the nation. Ney went on to author several best-selling books on the subject of Wall Street and became a frequent guest on talk shows, hosting financial-advice programs and sharing his expertise with the public.
