The individual in question received his education at the esteemed University of Chicago, prior to embarking on a distinguished career as a reporter for renowned publications such as the Chicago Tribune, Daily News, and Examiner.
Throughout his illustrious literary endeavors, he has authored a plethora of books, including the notable titles "3,000 Miles Away", "Molly And I", "Five Fridays", "Help Yourself to Happiness", "For Valor", "King's Crew", and "The Secret Attic".
Moreover, this multifaceted individual has demonstrated his remarkable talent for composition by crafting the stage scores for several productions, including "The Time, The Place, and the Girl", "The Girl Question", "A Stubborn Cinderella", "The Goddess of Liberty", and "The Price of Tonight". His chief musical collaborators have included the esteemed Joe Howard, Harold Orlob, and Will Hough.
In addition to his impressive literary and musical endeavors, his song credits boast an impressive array of hits, including the memorable tunes "I Don't Like Your Family", "Blow The Smoke Away", "What's the Use of Dreaming", "When You First Kiss the Last Girl You Love", "Honeymoon", "Be Sweet to Me, Kid", "I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now", "Tonight Will Never Come Again", and "Cross Your Heart".
