Rod Serling
Writing•Born December 25, 1924•Died June 28, 1975 (age 50)•Syracuse, New York, USA
Biography
Rodman Edward Serling (December 25, 1924 – June 28, 1975) was an American screenwriter, playwright, television producer, and narrator known for his live television dramas of the 1950s and his anthology television series, The Twilight Zone. Serling was active in politics, both on and off the screen, and helped form television industry standards. He was known as the "angry young man" of Hollywood, clashing with television executives and sponsors over a wide range of issues including censorship, racism, and war.
Known For
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962•TV Series•
7.5
Ironside
1967•TV Series•
6.9
The Twilight Zone
1959•TV Series•
8.5
The Red Skelton Show
1951•TV Series•
7.4
The Dick Cavett Show
1968•TV Series•
6.8
Night Gallery
1970•TV Series•
7.8
The Jack Benny Program
1950•TV Series•
7.8
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
1968•TV Series•
6.7
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentWriting
BirthdayDecember 25, 1924
Day of DeathJune 28, 1975
Place of BirthSyracuse, New York, USA
Popularity1.2