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Sheldon Leonard Bershad (February 22, 1907 – January 11, 1997) was an American film and television actor, producer, director, and screenwriter. Early life. Sheldon Leonard Bershad was born in Manhattan, New York City, the son of middle-class Jewish parents Frank Bershad and Anna Levit. [1] He graduated from Syracuse University in 1929. Career.
Sheldon Leonard was a versatile and influential figure in the entertainment industry, from acting in Hollywood movies to creating TV classics like The Dick Van Dyke Show and I Spy. He also invented the TV spin-off and championed racial equality on screen.
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- New York City, New York, USA
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- Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA
Sheldon Leonard was a versatile actor, producer and director who worked in theater, film and TV. He created or co-produced many classic shows, such as The Danny Thomas Show, The Dick Van Dyke Show and I Spy, and was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame.
- February 22, 1907
- January 10, 1997
Jan 13, 1997 · Sheldon Leonard, whose performances as snarling underworld figures in scores of Hollywood movies in the 1940's gave way to an equally prolific career producing and directing some of the most...
Watch Sheldon Leonard, a legendary producer of classic sitcoms, talk about his career and collaborations with stars like Andy Griffith and Bill Cosby. Learn about his insights on comedy, writing and the history of TV.
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May 15, 2024 · By Staff. Jan 12, 1997. Sheldon Leonard, who went from playing Hollywood tough guys to producing such TV hits as "The Andy Griffith Show" and "I Spy," died Friday in his home. He was 89.
Jan 10, 1997 · Sheldon Leonard was a versatile and prolific Hollywood figure who worked in film, radio, and TV. He was known for his roles as gangsters, his voice as Dodsworth and Linus, and his shows like The Danny Thomas Show and The Andy Griffith Show.
