John Rich

Master of the sitcom, John Rich was born in 1925 in Rockaway Beach, New York, United States. He was active from 1953 to 1991, primarily directing in the comedy genre, cementing his reputation with iconic series like "All in the Family," "The Dick Van Dyke Show," and "Gunsmoke," for which he won two Emmy Awards. Though known for his comedic timing, Rich's directorial style was also marked by his ability to convey social and political commentary through humor. John Rich, with his brilliant knack for tapping into the zeitgeist, gave a voice to the ordinary man and woman, making them laugh even in the face of life's absurdities.