Hal Kanter

'Hal Kanter' (qv) started out writing variety shows and revues for television in the early 1950s. He turned to screenwriting in the mid-1950s, specializing in comedies (he wrote for 'Bob Hope' (qv) and Martin & Lewis) but also turning out dramas such as The Rose Tattoo and Let's Make Love. He directed a few movies, and although they met with success and acclaim, he returned to television. In the 1970s he was the executive producer of the landmark series _All in the Family (1971)_ (qv),among a dozen others.::frankfob2@yahoo.com