Tag Archives: Norman Lear

Remembering Comedy Legend Carl Reiner (1922-2020)

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Judith Trojan

“It’s now 1:00 a.m., and I am going upstairs to my computer to tweet out my thought of the day, because I can. I have the freedom to do that because of people like you who are committed to protecting … Continue reading →

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If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast Debuts on HBO

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Judith Trojan

Ninety-five-year-old comedy legend Carl Reiner has a lot more shtick to share before he calls it quits. “Every morning before having breakfast,” he says, “I pick up my newspaper, get the obituary section and see if I’m listed. If not, … Continue reading →

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Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You Debuts on PBS

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Judith Trojan

“My family is the greatest joy in my life,” says 93-year-old writer/producer Norman Lear at the close of Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You. This engaging documentary profile of the trailblazing writer/producer was filmed for American Masters by Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady.  Following its … Continue reading →

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