Ron and Clint Howard provide a synchronized account of their childhoods as prominent child stars in mid-century television. The story tracks Ron’s rise from The Andy Griffith Show to Happy Days and Clint’s work on Gentle Ben, focusing specifically on their parents, Rance and Jean Howard. Rather than chronicling industry scandals, the brothers detail how their father managed their careers and shielded them from the pitfalls of fame through strict discipline and specific midwestern values. They describe the mechanics of 1960s film sets and the transition from child performer to adult professional.
General readers and film enthusiasts read this book to understand how these siblings maintained stability in a high-pressure environment. It serves as a study in parenting and mentorship within the studio system. Readers walk away with a clear picture of the historical television production process and the family dynamics that allowed Ron Howard to transition successfully into a directing career. The book offers a template for balancing professional ambition with personal normalcy, providing a technical look at the evolution of a Hollywood dynasty through two distinct perspectives.
Practical and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2021
- Language
- EN
