Nicholas Sgarro

Renowned for his work in television, Nicholas Sgarro was born in 1934 in Brooklyn, New York, USA. He was active from the 1960s through the late 1980s, primarily directing episodes in popular TV series across multiple genres such as crime, drama, and mystery, with his most notable works including "Kojak," "The Rockford Files," and "Columbo." While he may not have won major festival awards, his work was undeniably influential and he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series for "Kojak" in 1975. Sgarro's style was defined by his ability to create suspense and intrigue, keeping viewers hooked to the narrative. As a person, Nicholas Sgarro was known to be as compelling and complex as the characters he brought to life on screen.