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  • A Memoir
  • By: Garry Marshall
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  • Length: 11 hrs and 6 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (16 ratings)
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Summary

With the television hits The Odd Couple, Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, and Mork & Mindy, and movies like The Flamingo Kid, Beaches, Pretty Woman, and The Princess Diaries under his belt, Garry Marshall was among the most successful writers, directors, and producers in America for more than five decades. His work on the small and big screen delighted audiences for decades and has withstood the test of time.

In My Happy Days in Hollywood, Marshall takes us on a journey from his stickball-playing days in the Bronx to his time at the helm of some of the most popular television series and movies of all time, sharing the joys and challenges of working with the Fonz and the young Julia Roberts, the “street performer” Robin Williams, and the young Anne Hathaway, among many others.

This honest, vibrant, and often hilarious memoir reveals a man whose career was defined by his drive to make people laugh and whose personal philosophy—despite his tremendous achievements—was always that life is more important than show business.
©2012 Garry Marshall (P)2012 Random House
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“Garry Marshall is walking entertainment. He is smart, insightful, funny…and so is his book.” (Henry Winkler)
"Even though he speaks slowly with a distinctive New Yorkese Bronx accent, he has managed to quickly create, write, and produce a raft of beloved television series that speak 'American'. I am happy that he gifted us with a witty memoir.” (Carl Reiner)
“Thanks to my brother I have a life. I’m sorry I almost ruined his during Laverne & Shirley.” (Penny Marshall)

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enjoyable

the author had some great anecdotes to tell,& lots of name-dropping .
however it was a great listen.

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love it from beginning to end

Garry's narrative was informative funny and genuine. His life story interwined with the tv or movies he did kept you interested. recommend this book one of my favorites do far

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