George Moscone

George Richard Moscone (November 24, 1929 – November 27, 1978) was an American lawyer and politician. He served the mayor of San Francisco from 1976 through 1978. He was a member of the Democratic Party.
Early life.
Moscone was born on November 24, 1929 in San Francisco, California. He studied at St. Ignatius College Preparatory and at University of the Pacific.
Personal life.
Moscone was married to Gina Bodanza until his death. He had 4 children.
Mayoralty career.
Moscone was mayor when he and Harvey Milk were shot dead by Dan White on November 27, 1978 in San Francisco City Hall. Moscone was later buried.
In popular culture.
In the 2008 movie "Milk", he was played by Victor Garber.