Nicholas Colasanto

Master of both the small and big screen, Nicholas Colasanto was born in 1924 in Providence, Rhode Island, USA. He was actively involved in the film industry from 1968 until his untimely death in 1985, predominantly directing episodes of beloved TV shows such as "Bonanza" and "Columbo", and his most iconic work was as Coach Ernie Pantusso in "Cheers" for which he received a posthumous Emmy nomination. While not necessarily known for a unique authorial style, Colasanto had a knack for crafting engaging narratives and eliciting compelling performances from his actors. Nicholas Colasanto, despite his professional achievements, was a humble man who never lost his love for the craft of storytelling and his warm, genuine spirit was a beacon to those who worked with him.