(Encyclopedia) Ronstadt, Linda (Linda Maria Ronstadt), 1946–, American singer, b. Tucson, Ariz. She is known for the clarity and strength of her soprano voice and for the range of song genres in…
(Encyclopedia) Ustinov, Sir Peter (Alexander)Ustinov, Sir Peter (Alexander)y&oomacr;sˈtənôf [key], 1921–2004, English writer, director, and actor, b. London. A witty, charming, and cosmopolitan…
television writer, producerBorn: 1956Birthplace: Maine One of the most prolific writers in television history, Kelley began his scriptwriting career as a story editor on LA Law, where he first…
Born: Sept. 24, 1921Radio-TV host and commentator of ABC's Olympic coverage and “Wide World of Sports” show since 1961; 12-time Emmy winner; also given Peabody Award in 1988 and Life Achievement…
Born: Sept. 18, 1926Filmmaker specializing in the Olympic Games has won Emmy awards for 22-part “The Olympiad” (1976-77) and historical vignettes for ABC-TV's coverage of 1980 Winter Games; won…
actorBorn: 11/25/1947Birthplace: New Orleans Emmy Award-winning actor who portrayed womanizing Asst. D.A. Dan Fielding on Night Court (1984–92). He played John Hemingway, a reformed alcholic who…