David Milch

Date of Birth: March 23, 1945

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

David Milch is a renowned American television writer and producer, best known for his work on critically acclaimed series such as “NYPD Blue” and “Deadwood.” Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, Milch graduated from Yale University, where he developed a passion for writing and storytelling. He later earned an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. His career in television began in the 1980s when he joined the writing team for “Hill Street Blues,” a pioneering police drama. Milch’s innovative storytelling and complex character development earned him multiple awards, including Emmys and Writers Guild of America awards. His most lauded work, “Deadwood,” is often cited as one of the greatest TV series of all time, praised for its rich narrative and deep, morally ambiguous characters. Despite facing personal challenges, including struggles with addiction and a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, Milch’s contributions to television have left a lasting legacy.

5 Interesting Facts about David Milch

1. David Milch co-created the popular television series “NYPD Blue” with Steven Bochco.

2. He won multiple Emmy Awards for his writing and producing work on “NYPD Blue” and “Hill Street Blues.”

3. Milch created “Deadwood,” a Western series set in the 1870s, which is highly regarded for its historical accuracy and complex characters.

4. He has taught fiction writing at Yale University and other institutions.

5. Milch was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2015 but continued to work on various projects, including a “Deadwood” movie.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Milch

1. “I believe there is a God. I just don’t believe that he’s the kind of God who’s out there shaking his finger at people.”

2. “The world is a much more interesting place if you acknowledge the unseen, if you acknowledge the reality of the unseen.”

3. “Writing is a form of prayer.”

4. “Deadwood is about the process of civilization, what it means to be a citizen.”

5. “I think that the process of trying to connect with people, to share what’s in your heart, is the essence of what it is to be human.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, David Milch’s net worth was estimated to be around $17 million.

Children

David Milch has three children: Benjamin, Olivia, and Elizabeth. Olivia Milch is also a writer and has followed in her father’s footsteps into the entertainment industry.