Hollywood loses two television moguls

Early morning July 12, television legend Sherwood Schwartz died at the age of 94. Schwartz created and produced iconic television shows, “Gilligan’s Island” and “The Brady Bunch.”

At the time of his death, Schwartz was surrounded by his family, including his son and producing partner, Lloyd J. Schwartz, and his wife of over 70 years, Mildred.

Having studied at New York University, Schwartz began writing for The Bob Hope Radio Show in 1939. He also wrote for the radio version of The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.