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After we did [All In The Family], that ended up being a…

“After we did [All In The Family], that ended up being a real love fest all around. Me and Norman, Norman [Lear] and me, Rob Reiner, everybody liked everybody. So about six or seven months later I moved out to L.A. and I got a call that Norman wanted to see me. I came in and he said "ABC has given…” quote by Richard Masur
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“After we did [All In The Family], that ended up being a real love fest all around. Me and Norman, Norman [Lear] and me, Rob Reiner, everybody liked everybody. So about six or seven months later I moved out to L.A. and I got a call that Norman wanted to see me. I came in and he said "ABC has given me a property that they just optioned to make into a TV series. It's from a play called Hot L Baltimore, and I want you to be in it."”

Richard Masur

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He recounts a series of positive professional relationships that led to new opportunities, highlighting the power of camaraderie in the entertainment industry.

In simple terms: Good relationships opened doors for new work.

Key Takeaway

Nurture supportive professional networks.

Themes

career networking collaboration

Mood

optimistic nostalgic

Type

anecdotal industry‑insight

When to use this quote

  • Hollywood
  • TV development
  • talent scouting

Key Concepts

industry connections friendship opportunity creation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you build genuine connections in a competitive field?
  • What role does trust play in creative collaborations?
A Different Perspective

Success depends on timing and personal chemistry.

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