Background
Oliver, Richard Stanley was born on December 10, 1936 in Oakland, California, United States. Son of Leon Ellis and Ruth (Ryan) Oliver.
Oliver, Richard Stanley was born on December 10, 1936 in Oakland, California, United States. Son of Leon Ellis and Ruth (Ryan) Oliver.
Supply clerk, Columbia Broadcasting System television, Hollywood, California, 1962-1963; writer children's records, Walt Disney Prodns., Burbank, California, 1964-1966; director artist relations and editorial division, Liberty United Artists Records, Los Angeles, 1967-1974; editorial director, Rod McKuen Enterprises, Los Angeles, 1975-1977; freelance television writer, Los Angeles, since 1977.
Served with United States Naval Reserve, 1955-1957. Member National Academy Recording Arts and Sciences (board governors Los Angeles chapter), Academy television Arts and Sciences, Writers Guild American West. Clubs: Walkers (Los Angeles) (vice president since 1987).