Dick Wolf

Date of Birth: December 20, 1946

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Dick Wolf, born Richard Anthony Wolf, is a renowned American television producer, best known for creating and producing the highly successful “Law & Order” franchise. Born in New York City, Wolf began his career as an advertising copywriter before transitioning into television writing. His big break came when he joined the writing staff of “Hill Street Blues,” a critically acclaimed police drama. Leveraging his experience and creativity, Wolf created “Law & Order” in 1990, a procedural drama that would become one of the longest-running shows in television history. The success of “Law & Order” spawned several spin-offs, including “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” which continues to be a staple of NBC’s programming. In addition to the “Law & Order” franchise, Wolf has produced other successful TV series, such as “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago P.D.,” and “Chicago Med,” which form part of the “Chicago” franchise. Throughout his illustrious career, Wolf has received numerous awards and accolades, including an Emmy Award and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in television production.

5 Interesting Facts about Dick Wolf

1. Dick Wolf’s “Law & Order” franchise has won numerous awards and accolades, including multiple Emmy Awards.

2. He originally worked as an advertising copywriter and was responsible for the iconic “You Can’t Beat Crest for Fighting Cavities” campaign.

3. Wolf’s “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” is the longest-running primetime U.S. live-action series in TV history.

4. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he received in March 2007.

5. Wolf has also delved into documentary production, including the 2003 film “Twin Towers,” which won an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dick Wolf

1. “Television is a team sport. It’s the most collaborative of mediums.”

2. “Drama or comedy, all for the same purpose: to entertain.”

3. “If you can do it and make people believe it, then it’s drama.”

4. “The challenge is to keep it fresh. It’s a challenge, but it’s a good challenge.”

5. “I’m very proud of what we’ve accomplished with ‘Law & Order.’”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Dick Wolf’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $600 million.

Children

Dick Wolf has five children from his various marriages. He has two children, Olivia and Elliott, from his second marriage to Christine Marburg. He also has three children from his third marriage to Noelle Lippman: Serena, Rex, and Zoe.