The Young and the Restless debuted on March 26, 1973. [1], During his time as a comedy writer at WBBM radio in Chicago, he made a call to Irna Phillips' secretary Rose Cooperman asking her if Phillips had an opening for a writer, as she was a well-known soap opera creator and Bell had become aware that Phillips also resided in Chicago. Michael Eilbaum Created by William J. (S47 Ep135), Director: He worked there for about three years. Sharon Case, Date of Your Rating | Your Rating. )[1] Bell and Lee Phillip Bell, “The Young and the Restless” is produced by Bell Dramatic Serial Company, in association with Sony Pictures Television. Bell grew up listening to radio soap operas when he came home from school for lunch[2] and late at night, including Life Can Be Beautiful, The Romance of Helen Trent and Our Gal Sunday. Although slow to rise in the ratings (he got very frustrated and asked head of CBS Daytime Bud Grant to cancel the serial), CBS had faith in the show and gave it a chance. Sharon Case, Adam and Chelsea make a discovery, Rey uncovers a secret, and Tessa struggles with Mariah's betrayal. Bell was married to former talk show host Lee Phillip Bell, who co-created The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful with him. Copyright © 2020 Penske Business Media, LLC. | Bell dies at 78, "William Bell: Soap Opera Creator / Writer", "William J. He decides to take a bold step and later asks Megan to marry him! Stars: | In 1972, CBS executives wanted a new daytime serial that was youth oriented. Stars: Donny Boaz, Their three children, William James Bell, Bradley Phillip Bell, Lauralee Bell Martin,[7] and daughter-in-law Maria Arena Bell are all involved in their parents' soaps in some capacity. While Bell was composing a sample script, he was informed that the writer who was supposedly leaving had decided to stay, so the writing job was not available. Stars: Donny Boaz, (S47 Ep130), Director: WWEISWAR did a good job posting the video about the 3rd logo, but it's not available at all. Melissa Claire Egan, Nikki worries about Victoria and Phyllis plays hardball with Chance. Bell (entomologist) . Lauralee Bell, Peter Bergman, Background: Bell Dramatic Serial Company (also known as "Bell-Phillip Television Productions, Inc." on The Bold and the Beautiful) was originally formed in 1973 by the late William J. Background: Bell Dramatic Serial Company (also known as "Bell-Phillip Television Productions, Inc." on The Bold and the Beautiful) was originally formed in 1973 by the late William J. 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He intended to leave the show around 1972 when he began creating his own show The Young and the Restless, but the show sued him and he agreed to write long-term story projections for them. On April 29, 2005, Bell died at age 78 from complications of Alzheimer's disease. Y&R has been the highest-rated soap on the air since 1988 in households, and 1989 among viewers. [1], Bell received an offer to work at McCann Erickson, the second-largest advertising agency worldwide (at that time). These addresses are known to be associated with Bell Dramatic Serial Company, L.P. however they may be inactive or mailing addresses only. Michael Eilbaum William Joseph Bell (March 6, 1927 – April 29, 2005) was an American screenwriter and television producer, best known as the creator of the soap operas Another World, The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful. Sasha Calle, Share your feedback on, Disney-ABC Home Entertainment and Television Distribution, National Broadcasting Services of Thailand (Thailand), Australian Television Network (Australia), Breakthrough Films and Television (Canada), Centro Televisivo Vaticano (Vatican City), Cloud 9 Screen Entertainment Group (New Zealand), The Factor-Newland Production Corporation, Jonathan M. Shiff Productions (Australia), Les Productions du Guilledou, Inc. (Canada), Microtainment Plus International Incorporated (Canada), National Iranian Radio & Television (Iran), Three Characters Incorporated/Angelica Films. Sharon Case, Victor is suspicious of Adam, Phyllis covers her tracks and Amanda opens up to Nate about her past. While Bell was composing a sample script, he was informed that the writer who was supposedly leaving had decided to stay, so the writing job was not available. Stars: Bell currently[when? Brenda Dickson, | Melissa Claire Egan, Sparks fly between Nick and Phyllis and Jill surprises Billy. The companies and people profiled on Corporation Wiki are displayed for research purposes only and do not imply an endorsement from or for the profiled companies and people. Bell was born and raised in Chicago as an only child. For anyone searching, here is the Bell logo from 2002-2003 (Y&TR). Steven Williford | Sean Dominic, However, before the show went into production, he had to rename the series as Bell mentioned..."We were confronted with the very disturbing reality that young America had lost much of its innocence,". Sharon Case, The Bell Dramatic Serial Co. production logo began appearing with end credits under his run. [3] As a depression-era child, he would work at various odd jobs on weekends to help the family. The shutdown is effective tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17, as both series are dark on Mondays. Please verify address for mailing or other purposes. Eric Braeden, [6], In 1986, he began working on creating another soap for CBS Daytime, but plans were halted until the end of the year when the network decided to cancel the soap Capitol and needed a replacement. Trish Stewart. Bell dies at 78, "William Bell: Soap Opera Creator / Writer", "William J. She mentioned him to her aunt and Phillips remembered who he was; she also knew his wife, who was a well-known celebrity due to her work on local television. They renamed the series to The Young and the Restless because they felt it "reflected the youth and mood of the early seventies." They renamed the series to The Young and the Restless because they felt it "reflected the youth and mood of the early seventies." [1], Bell received an offer to work at McCann Erickson, the second-largest advertising agency worldwide (at that time). Director: | Tracey E. Bregman, Bell Dramatic Serial Company, L.P. has another company listed as an officer. William Joseph Bell (March 6, 1927 – April 29, 2005) was an American screenwriter and television producer, best known as the creator of the soap operas Another World, The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful. Eileen Davidson, Y&R has been the highest-rated soap on the air since 1988 in households, and 1989 among viewers. It is not uncommon for one company to hold a position in another company. Stars: | [1], He started his writing career on The Guiding Light and then moved over to As the World Turns, working under Phillips; Phillips' other protegee at the time was Agnes Nixon. | [8] He is buried at Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery in Los Angeles. They live in Holmby Hills, Los Angeles, California. William along with his wife Lee Phillip Bell created The Young and the Restless for the network under the working title, The Innocent Years. Jay Bontatibus. | Bell changed the dynamics of soaps when he began focusing on sexuality. View full company info for Bell Dramatic Serial Inc. Mark Grossman, TV-14 The company's filing status is listed as Active and its File Number is 199406800001. Camryn Grimes, According to the Center for Investigative Reporting, Bradley and Colleen Bell use "at least 2 million" gallons of water per year to irrigate their personal estate. [citation needed]. Drama, Romance, Victor and Adam find common ground and Phyllis comes clean. Stars: Bell co-created Another World with Phillips in 1964. In high school, he participated in the ROTC. María DiDomenico, Jack keeps Theo in line, Chance shares bad news with Jill, and Billy's freewheeling catches up with him. Stars: Donny Boaz, | Sasha Calle, In today’s TV news roundup, CBS revealed that new episodes of “The Young and the Restless” will premiere starting Aug. 10, and Lifetime announced “Married at First Sight: Un… Bell was credited with the show's initial surge of popularity. (S47 Ep126), Director: Bell was born and raised in Chicago as an only child. Sharon Case, Victor shakes things up at Newman Enterprises and Amanda and Billy cross the line. Sally McDonald Chase Coleman, Eric Braeden, He then went on to wreak havoc on her personal and professional life by hiring "Mafia cartel judges and attorneys" to "ruin" her life. He worked there for three years. In 1972, CBS executives wanted a new daytime serial that was youth oriented. It is not uncommon for one company to hold a position in another company. Sasha Calle, Bell married Colleen Bell (née Bradley) in October 1991 and they have 4 children. (S47 Ep132), Director: His mother was primarily a homemaker, with a part-time job with Mrs. Steven's Candies. 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