He was a prolific early television director, producing or directing more than two dozen series. He also authored several screenplays and had his own film company. His career spanned over 50 years, from the early 1950s through the 1980s. He is one of the most respected and successful early television directors of all time. Aside from directing and producing several television series, he also directed dozens of films and countless short films.
In the early 1950s, Asher was a film producer, screenwriter, and director. He was also known for his short stories and directing. He began writing during World War II, which eventually led to a job with Universal. He later directed and co-produced “Leather Gloves,” a film co-written and directed by William Quine. In the 1960s, he moved into television, working as a writer and director. He was survived by his wife, Rebecca, and ten grandchildren and seven stepchildren.
Whether it’s a vintage instrument or a contemporary instrument, Bill Asher’s creations can be seen on the cover of Guitar Player Magazine and in many professional publications. He has collaborated with many top steelers and slide stars. His guitars are highly sought after by collectors, dealers, and musicians.
In addition to being an entrepreneur, Asher also founded several entertainment venues. His entertainment channels were the most popular and profitable for DirecTV, surpassing HBO and ESPN. Bill Asher’s businesses transformed the entertainment industry, affecting television and satellite television. Bill Asher eventually sold his companies to Playboy for over $130 million.
During his early career, Asher worked in the television industry as an assistant cameraman and editor. He co-produced the low-budget boxing melodrama Leather Gloves, and he co-directed it with Cameron Mitchell. After the success of the film, Asher’s career continued to grow and he soon began directing television series. He worked on episodes of the show Racket Squad and Big Town. His next directing project was with I Love Lucy, where he stayed for five years.
After his marriage to Meredith Coffin McMachen, Bill Asher continued to direct television shows, including Bewitched, “Alice,” and “The Bad News Bears.” In 1986, he directed the reunion telepic “I Dream of Jeannie.Fifteen Bill Asher Years Later.” The actresses and his sons survived him.
Asher’s work in the film industry started in the 1960s. His gang of girls in bikini movies starred Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon. The films were popular with teenagers. Many of the movies were shot in fifteen days. Asher also cast some old-time actors. Buster Keaton and Little Stevie Wonder made their screen debuts in Asher’s movies.
During his long career, Asher worked on more than two dozen popular television series. He co-created the sitcom “Bewitched” and co-directed 131 episodes of “Bewitched.” He also directed more than one hundred episodes of “I Love Lucy.” Asher died in Palm Desert, Calif., after suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
Asher’s formula for guitar tones varies depending on the type of instrument. He aims to reproduce the reverberation and sustain of a heavier instrument with the clarity and sensitivity of a lighter instrument. His formula also differs for acoustic guitars and basses. There are many differences between different instruments. For example, acoustic guitar’s resonance is different from a bass guitar’s