David Laventhol, American journalist and publisher (b. 1933)

David Abram Laventhol (July 15, 1933 – April 8, 2015) was an American newspaper editor and publisher at The Washington Post, Newsday and the Los Angeles Times. He was known for his work designing newspapers, most notably as first editor of the Style section of The Washington Post. He was also known for his shy and humble style, being called an "unlikely mogul".