Don Weis, a renowned American film and television director, was born on May 13, 1922, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He pursued his passion for film at the University of Southern California, where he earned a degree in film studies. Prior to embarking on his directing career, Weis served as a film technician in the Air Force during World War II.
Following his military service, Weis began his professional journey at MGM, directing a string of films, including Bannerline (1951),Just This Once (1952),You for Me (1952),and The Affairs of Dobie Gillis (1953). This early success paved the way for his transition to television direction, which he began in 1954.
Throughout his illustrious career, Weis worked on a diverse range of television series, such as M*A*S*H, Ironside, It Takes a Thief, Twilight Zone, Happy Days, Starsky and Hutch, CHiPs, The Courtship of Eddie's Father, and Hawaii Five-O. His exceptional direction earned him two Directors Guild of America Awards for television direction in 1956 and again in 1958.
Don Weis passed away on July 26, 2000, at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of iconic films and television shows that continue to entertain audiences to this day.
