William Asher

Birth Name:

William Milton Asher

Birth Place:

New York City, New York, United States

Profession

Director, Writer, Producer

His five children were Liane Sears, Rebecca, Brian, John and Robert Asher
Dropped out of high school and joined the Army Signal Corps during World War II
His directorial debut came in 1948 with the film "Leather Gloves․"
Best known for introducing the sitcom to the television medium with programs like "Our Miss Brooks," "I Love Lucy" and "Bewitched․"
Known for directing a number of "Beach Party" films including "Muscle Beach Party," "Bikini Beach" and "Beach Blanket Bingo․"
Good friends with Frank Sinatra, Peter Lawdord and Sammy Davis Jr
Referenced in the episode "Christmas Comes But Once a Year" of the series "Mad Men․"

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