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About
Writer and director who specialized in crafting especially exciting mystery series, including Columbo and Father Dowling.
Before Fame
He attended St. John's Military Academy prior to his career.
Trivia
He received his first Emmy nomination in his early 20s, writing for the Bob Newhart Show.
Family Life
He was born in Iola, Kansas.
Associated With
Like writer Agatha Christie, he specialized in the theme of mystery.
