Sam Egan

Sam Egan

Personal Details

Biography

Sam Egan is a multifaceted individual, boasting a dual career as a journalist and a writer/producer for television. His impressive resume boasts credits in writing and producing for a wide range of popular shows, including Quincy, M.E., The Incredible Hulk, The Fall Guy, Northern Exposure, The Outer Limits, Sanctuary, and Jeremiah.

Born into a family with a rich and complex history, Egan's father was a holocaust survivor, and this personal connection had a profound impact on his life and work. In fact, Egan drew inspiration from his father's experiences, specifically the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, where his father's first wife and daughter tragically lost their lives at the hands of the Nazis. This poignant and powerful episode, titled "Tribunal," showcases Egan's ability to craft compelling and emotionally resonant storytelling.

Beyond his work in television, Egan has also made a name for himself as a journalist, contributing to the esteemed Rolling Stone Magazine and serving as the editor of the Arts Magazine The Every Other Weekly.

Career

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2018
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1989
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1988
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1991
Tropical Heat
Tropical Heat as Creator