About Gordon Russell
Lived 1929 – 1981 (aged 51). Gordon Russell was an American screenwriter, actor and television writer.
Career A former actor, Russell wrote for several daytime soap operas, including Dark Shadows, The Doctors and A Time For Us. He was hired by the network to write the serial General Hospital but died before he began writing that program.
He is best known for a long run as the writer of One Life to Live, which began on April 5, 1971 and lasted until March 14, 1980. .
Awards and nominations Daytime Emmy Awards
NOMINATIONS (1980 & 1981; Best Writing; One Life to Live)
Writers Guild of America Award
NOMINATIONS (1979 season; One Life to Live)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gordon Russell?
American screenwriter (1929–1981)
When was Gordon Russell born?
Gordon Russell was born on 15 August 1929 in Salem.
When did Gordon Russell die?
Gordon Russell died on 19 January 1981 in New York City.
What was Gordon Russell's occupation?
Gordon Russell was a screenwriter, actor and television writer.
What nationality was Gordon Russell?
Gordon Russell was American.
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· DBpedia: Gordon Russell (writer)
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