Bill Geddie Dies: ‘The View’ Co-Creator Was 68
deadline.comVeteran news producer Bill Geddie, who is best known for co-creating The View with Barbara Walters, has died. He was 68. Cause of death was reportedly due to coronary-related factors. “He was a big deal in TV, but at home he was an even bigger than life husband and dad,” said Geddie’s family in a statement. “He had a genuine love for television and entertainment.
He would try everything and did it well — screenwriting, recording podcasts, playing guitar, writing songs, and loved a wide range of music from country to jazz.
His favorite band was The Beatles, and he never thought he would have the opportunity to meet one of his personal heroes Paul McCartney in person, but his dream came true.
The question wasn’t who did he meet, but rather who didn’t he meet?” “He enjoyed connecting with people, and we know we are not the only ones who will miss his encouraging way of positive guidance,” the statement continued. “He did so with enthusiasm mixed with sarcasm.
Read more on deadline.com
