Television and film director, actor, and comedian
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Key moments and achievements from Howard Storm's life.
Howard was born
· Beverly Hills, California, USA
Professional Contract
Storm signed a contract with this training ground for young actors launched by Lucille Ball. It served as his formal entry into the Hollywood studio system. This period helped transition him from a stand-up performer to a professional actor and creator.
Professional Contract
Storm signed a contract with this training ground for young actors launched by Lucille Ball. It served as his formal entry into the Hollywood studio system. This period helped transition him from a stand-up performer to a professional actor and creator.
Film Production
Storm worked as an assistant and collaborator for Woody Allen on several major motion pictures. These projects included 'Take the Money and Run' and 'Bananas.' This experience in the late sixties and early seventies solidified his understanding of high-concept film comedy.
Film Production
Storm worked as an assistant and collaborator for Woody Allen on several major motion pictures. These projects included 'Take the Money and Run' and 'Bananas.' This experience in the late sixties and early seventies solidified his understanding of high-concept film comedy.
Television Directing
Storm directed 59 episodes of this hit sitcom over a three-year period. He was instrumental in managing the high-energy performance of Robin Williams during the show's peak. He considered this era the most exciting time of his long professional career.
Television Directing
Storm directed 59 episodes of this hit sitcom over a three-year period. He was instrumental in managing the high-energy performance of Robin Williams during the show's peak. He considered this era the most exciting time of his long professional career.
Feature Film Directing
Storm directed this feature film which served as the motion picture debut for Jim Carrey. By providing a leading role for Carrey, Storm continued his streak of identifying and guiding future comedy legends. The project showcased his ability to translate his television success to the big screen.
Feature Film Directing
Storm directed this feature film which served as the motion picture debut for Jim Carrey. By providing a leading role for Carrey, Storm continued his streak of identifying and guiding future comedy legends. The project showcased his ability to translate his television success to the big screen.
Leadership Role
Storm began a seventeen-year tenure as the Chairman of the Directors Guild of America Awards. He held this leadership position until 2012, overseeing the recognition of his peers in the industry. This long-term service cemented his status as a respected elder statesman of the directing community.
Leadership Role
Storm began a seventeen-year tenure as the Chairman of the Directors Guild of America Awards. He held this leadership position until 2012, overseeing the recognition of his peers in the industry. This long-term service cemented his status as a respected elder statesman of the directing community.
Howard Storm passed away
