Robert Vaughn byl americký herec známý svými rolemi na divadle, filmu a v televizi. Jeho nejznámější televizní postavy zahrnují uhlazeného špióna Napoleona Solo ze seriálu The Man from U.N.C.L.E., bohatého detektiva Harryho Rulea ze seriálu The Protectors a mocného generála Hunta Stockwella ze seriálu The A-Team. Ve filmu ztvárnil různé postavy, včetně tichého pistolníka Leeho v Sedmi statečných a válečného veterána Chestera A. Gwinna ve filmu The Young Philadelphians, za který získal nominaci na Oscara. Vaughnova rozsáhlá kariéra zahrnovala širokou škálu rolí a také psaní knih, což dokazuje jeho všestranný talent.
A funny and utterly delightful memoir from a beloved and durable star, "A Fortunate Life" recounts not only the juicy details of Vaughn's love life, but also his memories of a golden era in Hollywood. Two 8-page b&w photo inserts.
The Behind-the-Scenes Story of a Television Classic
Drawing on extensive interviews with the cast and crew of The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Jon Heitland has assembled an incredibly comprehensive, fully illustrated account of the show's history, including:-the program's conception in conference with Ian Fleming, creator of James Bond-U.N.C.L.E.'s remarkable surge in popularity-the camaraderie between Robert Vaughn and David McCallum, the show's stars -the factors that led to the show's sudden cancellation-a complete episode guide, including companion program The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.-plus information and anecdotes on the show's production, filming, guest stars, stunts, props, merchandising, and much more.