Genes influence on the modern Directors Guild of America was significant and lasting, said current president Thomas Schlamme.

He was passionate about this Guild, spirited in his beliefs and dedicated until the end.

The third spin-off ofThe Mary Tyler Moore Showand starring Edward Asner,Lou Grantran from 1977 to 1982.

Gene Reynolds

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Reynolds produced 22 episodes of the show, wrote five, and directed 11.

Reynolds originally started out as a child actor before serving in the U.S. Army during World War II.

He was also featured on TV shows such asI Love Lucy, Whirlybirds,andHallmark Hall of Fame.