Landon criticizes TV while sharing personal past
Michael Landon recalls writing The Loneliest Runner about a bedwetting teen who finds solace in running after his tough childhood. He laments too many cop shows and praises Little House on the Prairie, balancing family life with work, charity, and writing. He admits past faults and values diary self-reflection.
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Tonight's TV Highlights From Coast to Coast
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Police Story creator Jo seph Wambaugh exits showbiz
Ex cop and novelist Joseph Wambaugh, creator of NBCs Police Story, announces retirement from television to devote himself to writing books. He cites battles with studios and NBC censors, plus clashes over The Choirboys film, as reasons. He praises real cops and says TV often distorts reality.
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Ali to star in NBC children’s show I Am The Greatest
Muhammad Ali will host a half hour comedy adventure series for NBC in a fall Saturday lineup. The program follows Ali as a irreverent hero aided by youngsters, outwitting villains on world adventures. The series will be taped in Hollywood and ends with Ali delivering a message to youngsters. NBC also proposes animate features and live action shows on the same slate.
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