Lou Grant (TV series) examination of ethical questions in journalism, including plagiarism, checkbook journalism, entrapment of sources, staging news photos, and conflicts of interest that journalists encounter in their work. There were also glimpses into the personal lives of the "Tribune" staff. "Lou Grant" was a spin-off from "The Mary Tyler Moore Show". Unlike "The Mary Tyler Moore Show", which was a 30-minute sitcom, "Lou Grant" was a one-hour drama. When "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" ended its run, that series' co-creators and producers, James L. Brooks and Allan Burns, had a commitment to create a new show starring Ed Asner. They decided that
Lisle Wilson Lisle Wilson Lisle Astor Wilson (September 2, 1943 – March 14, 2010), born 'Lisle Astor Wilson Jr.', was an American actor known for playing Leonard Taylor on the ABC sitcom "That's My Mama" which ran from 1974 to 1975. His film roles included appearances in Brian De Palma's horror film "Sisters" (1972) and "The Incredible Melting Man" (1977). He was also widely recognized for his guest appearances on television shows such as "Lou Grant", "The White Shadow", and "Falcon Crest", to name a few. Lisle was the Director of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts West in Pasadena, California for