Frank Rich

Frank Rich

Frank Rich, born on June 2, 1949, is a prominent American essayist, columnist, and television producer. He gained widespread recognition for his distinguished career at The New York Times, where he served as chief drama critic from 1980 to 1993, and later as an op-ed columnist from 1994 to 2011, earning the nickname "The Butcher of the Beltway" for his sharp political commentary.Beyond his journalistic work, Rich has made a significant mark in television. Since 2008, he has been a creative consultant at HBO, where he has been instrumental in developing new programming. He is widely acclaimed as an executive producer for some of HBO's most successful and critically praised series, including the Emmy-winning political satire "Veep" (2012–2019) and the hugely popular drama "Succession" (2018–2023). His producing credits also extend to documentaries like "Six by Sondheim" (2013) and "Becoming Mike Nichols" (2016), as well as limited series such as "White House Plumbers" (2023) and the upcoming "Mountainhead" (2025). Rich's career showcases a remarkable transition from influential critic and columnist to an award-winning force in television production.

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