Childhood and Education Journey of Harvey Weinstein in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 10, 2026

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Harvey Weinstein. A timeline of key moments.

Harvey Weinstein is a former film producer and convicted sex offender. He co-founded Miramax with his brother Bob in 1979, producing successful independent films like "Pulp Fiction" and "Shakespeare in Love," for which he won an Academy Award. He also won seven Tony Awards. Later, the Weinstein brothers founded The Weinstein Company (TWC). Weinstein served as co-chairman from 2005 to 2017. His career ended after numerous allegations of sexual assault and misconduct surfaced, leading to his conviction.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

March 19, 1952: Harvey Weinstein's Birth

On March 19, 1952, Harvey Weinstein was born. He would later become a film producer and convicted sex offender.

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1969: Attended the State University of New York at Buffalo

In 1969 Harvey Weinstein attended the State University of New York at Buffalo.

1973: Left the State University of New York at Buffalo

In 1973 Harvey Weinstein left the State University of New York at Buffalo, without graduating, to concentrate on his business interests.

1976: Death of Max Weinstein

In 1976, Harvey Weinstein's father, Max Weinstein, a diamond cutter, passed away.

1999: Weinstein Underwent Surgery for Fournier Gangrene

In 1999, Harvey Weinstein underwent surgery for Fournier gangrene.

2008: Weinstein Supported Hillary Clinton's Presidential Campaign

In 2008, Harvey Weinstein supported Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign.

2012: Weinstein Hosted Fundraiser for Obama

In 2012, Harvey Weinstein hosted an election fundraiser for Barack Obama at his home in Westport, Connecticut.

2016: Death of Miriam Weinstein

In 2016, Harvey Weinstein's mother, Miriam Weinstein, passed away.

October 10, 2017: Georgina Chapman announced she was leaving him

On October 10, 2017, Harvey Weinstein's wife, Georgina Chapman, announced that she was leaving him.

October 2017: Weinstein's role on Robin Hood Foundation board ended

Until October 2017, Harvey Weinstein served on the board of the Robin Hood Foundation, a New York City-based non-profit that targets poverty, and co-chaired one of its annual benefits.

June 2021: Weinstein Transferred to Mohawk Correctional Facility

By June 2021, Harvey Weinstein had been transferred to the Mohawk Correctional Facility in Rome, New York.

July 2021: Finalization of Divorce

In July 2021, the divorce between Harvey Weinstein and Georgina Chapman was finalized.

April 11, 2023: Weinstein Extradited Back to New York

On April 11, 2023, Harvey Weinstein was extradited from California back to upstate New York's Mohawk Correctional Facility.

April 2024: Weinstein Transferred Back to Rikers Island

After the New York convictions were overturned in April 2024, and plans were made to retry him in New York City, Harvey Weinstein was transferred back to Rikers Island prison.