American actor, director, comedian, screenwriter, and author Carl Reiner is remembered for his illustrious career spanning 7 decades in the entertainment industry. After starting his performing career with the entertainment unit of the US Army, he wrote sketches and acted in TV shows such as Your Show of Shows and Caesar's Hour. Known for his comedy albums with Mel Brooks, he later created and produced shows such as The Dick Van Dyke Show. While he directed hit films such as Enter Laughing and Where’s Poppa?, he later formed a successful collaboration with Steve Martin to direct hits such as The Jerk. He had 11 Emmys and a Grammy under his belt and was also inducted into the 1999 Television Hall of Fame. He also appeared in movies such as the Oceans trilogy, voiced animated characters, and wrote several books, including his memoirs.
