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Beauty and the Beast Creator Ron Koslow Dies at 81
19 Oct
Summary
- Ron Koslow, creator of the beloved CBS 'Beauty and the Beast' series, has died.
- He received three Emmy nominations for his groundbreaking drama series.
- Koslow also penned screenplays for films like 'Lifeguard' and 'Into the Night'.
Ron Koslow, the acclaimed writer and creator known for reimagining "Beauty and the Beast" for television, passed away on October 7 at the age of 81. His distinctive take on the fairy tale, which aired on CBS from 1987 to 1990, featured Linda Hamilton and Ron Perlman in a fantastical underground world beneath New York City. This series earned Koslow three Emmy nominations, including outstanding writing and outstanding drama series.
Beyond his celebrated "Beauty and the Beast," Koslow demonstrated a broad creative range. He penned screenplays for notable films, including "Lifeguard" (1976), "Firstborn" (1984), and "Into the Night" (1985). His television creations also extended to "My Life and Times" (1991), "Roar" (1997), and "Moonlight" (2007-08), showcasing his versatility in storytelling.
Born in St. Louis on April 9, 1945, Koslow's background included legal studies before he pursued a career in entertainment. His family remembered him for his profound imagination and his ability to craft stories that delved into the core of human experience, exploring themes of love, connection, and worlds beyond our own.
