Howard Storm Dies: Veteran TV Director Of ‘Mork & Mindy,’ ‘Valerie’ And More Was 95
Howard Storm, a veteran television director known for his work on shows like Mork & Mindy and Valerie, passed away at the age of 94. His career spanned several decades, during which he directed numerous iconic television series and collaborated with notable figures in the industry. Storm is survived by his family, including his sons and grandsons.
- ▪Howard Storm directed many episodes of classic TV shows including Mork & Mindy and ALF.
- ▪He began his career as a stand-up comedian and later transitioned to directing in 1975.
- ▪Storm is survived by his sons Anthony and Casey, and his grandsons Leo and Sidney.
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- ▪ Howard Storm, ‘Taxi’ and ‘Full House’ Director, Dies at 94 — Variety
- ▪ Howard Storm, Stand-Up Comic and ‘Mork & Mindy’ Director, Dies at 94 — The Hollywood Reporter
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Howard Storm with his wife Patricia at the DGA Awards Getty Howard Storm, a veteran television director who shot many episodes of Mork & Mindy, Rhoda, Valerie and many other shows, passed away on May 26. He was 94. Storm’s career included an extraordinary 59-episode run on Mork & Mindy as well as episodes of ALF, Full House, Head of the Class, Major Dad, Perfect Strangers, Kenan & Kel, Everybody Loves Raymond, Angie and Doc. Related Stories Obituaries 2026 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries Obituaries Sonny Rollins Dies: Jazz Giant Was 95 Storm got his start as a a stand-up comedian. He performed in Las Vegas, opened for Andy Williams and appeared on The Merv Griffin Show more than a dozen times.
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