Bob Randall (writer)

Bob Randall (born Stanley Goldstein; August 20, 1937 – February 11, 1995) was an American screenwriter, playwright, novelist, and television producer.

Bob Randall
Born
Stanley B. Goldstein

(1937-08-20)August 20, 1937
New York City, New York, U.S.
DiedFebruary 11, 1995(1995-02-11) (aged 57)
New Milford, Connecticut, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationScreenwriter, novelist
Years active1972–1995

Biography

Randall was born Stanley Goldstein[1] on August 20, 1937 in the Bronx borough of New York City.[2][3] Prior to becoming a writer, Randall worked as an advertising copywriter.[1]

In 1977, Randall had his only screen acting role as J. M. Bedford in the short-lived television comedy series On Our Own, which he also created.[4] The same year, Randall published the thriller novel The Fan, about an aging actress stalked by a psychotic young man.[5] The novel won an Edgar Award for Best First Novel, and was adapted into the 1981 feature film of the same name starring Lauren Bacall and Michael Biehn.[2]

In 1984, Randall began producing the network series Kate & Allie, and also served as a writer of 34 episodes. Randall later wrote the screenplay for the television film David's Mother (1994), which earned him one Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries and a further three nominations in the same category.[6]

Death

Randall died in New Milford, Connecticut on February 11, 1995, aged 57, of AIDS-related illness.[7] He was survived by Gary Pratt, his partner of 15 years.[2]

Bibliography

Novels
  • The Fan (1977)
  • The Next (1981)
  • The Calling (1983)
  • The Last Man on the List (1990)

Plays

Filmography
Year Title Writer Producer Notes Ref.
1977 On Our Own No No Acting role: J. M. Bedford (21 episodes) [4]
1984–1989 Kate & Allie Yes Yes Television series; 37 episodes [2]
1994 David's Mother Yes No

Accolades
Award Year Category Nominated work Outcome Ref.
Primetime Emmy Award 1984 Outstanding Comedy Series Kate & Allie Nominated [6]
1985 Nominated
1986 Nominated
1994 Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries David's Mother Won

References
  1. Roberts, Jerry (2003). The Great American Playwrights on the Screen: A Critical Guide to Film, Video, and DVD. New York City, New York: Applause Books. p. 437. ISBN 978-1-557-83512-3.
  2. "Bob Randall; Dramatist, TV writer". Los Angeles Times. February 18, 1995. Archived from the original on August 21, 2020.
  3. "Bob Randall". Internet Broadway Database. Archived from the original on August 21, 2020.
  4. Brooks, Tim; Marsh, Earle F. (2009). The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows, 1946-Present. New York City, New York: Random House. p. 1015. ISBN 978-0-307-48320-1.
  5. Hanson, Holly (April 16, 1977). "An intriguing tale of a movie star and a psychopath". The Daily Herald. p. 74 – via Newspapers.com.
  6. "Bob Randall". Emmys.com. Archived from the original on August 21, 2020.
  7. "Bob Randall, 57, TV producer and Broadway playwright". The New York Times. February 14, 1995. Archived from the original on August 21, 2020.
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