Bill Daily
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About This Interview
In his two-hour Archive interview, actor and comedian Bill Daily speaks about his early years working as a comedy writer in local television in New York and other cities. He describes working with his writing partner Woody Fraser on The Mike Douglas Show, and details breaking into acting, starting with his role as "Major Roger Healey" on I Dream of Jeannie. He recalls working with the show's ensemble cast and recounts the intricacies of Jeannie's production. He then discusses the other role for which he is best known, that of next-door-neighbor "Howard Borden" on The Bob Newhart Show. Daily also outlines his appearances as a panelist on the popular game show Match Game. Karen Herman conducted the interview on June 26, 2003 in New Mexico.
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Video: Bill Daily in one of his first TV roles on the "A Vision of Sugarplums" (airdate: December 24, 1964) episode of Bewitched. His segment starts at about 23 minutes in.
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Highlights
Bill Daily on how he got the audition for I Dream of Jeannie
Clip begins at: 05:52, Duration: 02m 08s
Bob Daily on the genesis of "Hi, Bob" on The Bob Newhart Show
Clip begins at: 02:04, Duration: 00m 46s- Bill Daily on being a panelist on Match Game
Clip begins at: 16:46, Duration: 04m 07s - Bill Daily on writing promos for Steve Allen and one of the greatest moments of his life
Clip begins at: 02:10, Duration: 02m 04s - Bill Daily on the ending of I Dream of Jeannie, the show's cancellation and the enduring popularity of the program
Clip begins at: 16:06, Duration: 03m 15s
Interview
- Part 1
- On his early years and influences; on having dyslexia; on being the class clown, playing bass, and touring with his band (doing jazz and comedy)
Clip begins at: 0:0 - On serving in Korea; on getting into television via his musical talents; on writing for live television at WGN Chicago and being stage manager for Garroway-at-Large
Clip begins at: 09:43 - On working with Dave Garroway; on writing for The Mike Douglas Show; on "The puppet that wouldn't talk" sketch
Clip begins at: 22:10 - Part 2
- On his improv work; on impressing Steve Allen; on covering JFK's assassination
Clip begins at: 0:0 - On co-starring as "Major Roger Healey" in I Dream of Jeannie; on the cast and the cancellation of the show; on guest appearances on other shows and appearing in the pilot of The Mary Tyler Moore Show
Clip begins at: 05:52 - On co-starring in The Bob Newhart Show as "Howard Borden"; on his friendship with Bob Newhart; on the cast and writers of The Bob Newhart Show; on favorite episodes
Clip begins at: 21:05 - Part 3
- On working with the cast of The Bob Newhart Show; on the genesis of "Hi, Bob"; on film projects and working with chimpanzees; on the The Bob Newhart Show's legacy
Clip begins at: 0:0 - On watching comedy shows; on writing scripts for I Dream of Jeannie and his appearances on ALF, The Love Boat and The Powers of Matthew Star
Clip begins at: 10:17 - On being a panelist on Match Game; on the I Dream of Jeannie reunion movie; on his opinion of then-current television; on his then-current projects
Clip begins at: 16:46 - Part 4
- On his proudest achievement; on his family; on advice to aspiring actors
Clip begins at: 0:0 - On enjoying fame and celebrity; on how he'd like to be remembered
Clip begins at: 10:55 - B-roll photos from his career: on The Bob Newhart Show, his jazz trio days, and I Dream of Jeannie
Clip begins at: 17:55
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He's a riot!
The Newhart show just started on Hallmark Channel. I tracked down info on Bill Daily because he is the highlight of the show makes me laugh every time I see him. I also have a little crush on him...he looks marvelous in his pilot uniform!!!!!
Absolutely LOVE Bill Daily! He is genius at playing Howard Borden.Timing is everything in comedy and he definitely has it. Also love IDOJ. Thanks Bill for great tv!
My favorite episode was Howard walking into the Hartley's apt. and seeing a strange couple, delivers in a deadpan voice, " Did they leave a forwarding address?" I crack up everytime I think of it.
we need i dream of jeannie AGAIN!!!
He'll be a great White House Chief of Staff !!!
I really enjoyed watching the Bill Daily interview. I'm 48 now, and I still love
I Dream Of Jeannie. My wife says 'don't you ever get bored with those old shows?".
I say never. It's hard to pick a favorite. Great stuff.
I own both IDOJ and Bob Newhart show series , fantastic actor and comedian . Thank You for posting.
Fantastic , Bill is still funny and charming as ever.
What was the date of this interview?
I just love Bill Daily, He makes you laugh with almost every word he speaks. Thank you Bill.
Howard Borden and Roger Healey! Bill, you're great! And, so funny!
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