Hugh Wilson

Born:August 21, 1943

Place of Birth:Miami, Florida, USA

Died:January 14, 2018

Known For:Writing

Biography

Hugh Wilson (August 21, 1943 - January 14, 2018) was an American director, writer and actor. He was best known as the creator and executive producer of the TV series WKRP in Cincinnati and Frank's Place.

Hugh was a distinguished alumnus from the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida in Gainesville. He was a guest professor of Media Studies at the University of Virginia.

The character of Bailey Quarters on WKRP was based on Wilson's wife.

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Filmography

Acting

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Police Academy

Angry Driver (uncredited)

1984

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Blast from the Past

Levy

1999

Production

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Police Academy

Director

1984

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Blast from the Past

Screenplay

1999

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Down Periscope

Story

1996

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The First Wives Club

Director

1996

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Dudley Do-Right

Writer

1999