Harvey Orkin, a multifaceted individual, pursued a career that spanned both television writing and theatrical agency, initially working at esteemed establishments such as William Morris and Frank Cooper, before eventually settling at Creative Management Associates, which later evolved into ICM.
As a theatrical agent, Orkin represented an impressive roster of clients, including the illustrious Richard Burton and the renowned Peter Sellers. His professional endeavors also took him to London, where he served as the liaison for Creative Management Associates, making a notable appearance on the BBC television program, Not So Much a Programme, More a Way of Life, in 1964.
However, this particular broadcast was met with controversy, as it was taken off the air following Kenneth Tynan's use of the F word. The program was later reinstated three weeks later, rebranded as BBC Three.
Beyond his work as a television writer and theatrical agent, Orkin also ventured into literature, penning a novel titled Scuffler. Interestingly, the 1980 film Tribute, starring the iconic Jack Lemmon, drew inspiration from Orkin's life, with a particular focus on his passing.
