Rod Serling

Rod Serling

writer
film producer
novelist
television actor
🇺🇸United States
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Rodman Edward Serling was an American screenwriter and television producer best known for his live television dramas of the 1950s and his anthology television series The Twilight Zone. Serling was active in politics, both on and off the screen, and helped form television industry standards. He was known as the "angry young man" of Hollywood, clashing with television executives and sponsors over a wide range of issues, including censorship, racism, and war.

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Lifespan
1924 – 1975
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Career Journey

Background

Born in
Syracuse
Educated at
Antioch CollegeBinghamton High School
Awards
🏆 Philippine Liberation Medal🏆 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame🏆 Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame🏆 Army Good Conduct Medal🏆 Purple Heart

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  • 1924

    Born

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  • 1975

    Died

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