Robert Harling (2004)
Louisiana Legends Gala
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Awards
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2004-06-20
Duration: 00:07:21
Subjects: Harling, Robert, 1951- | Dramatists | Steel magnolias (Motion picture)
Contributors:
- Courtney, Beth Host
- Harling, Bob Interviewee
- Harling, Margaret Interviewee
- Whitehead, Tom Interviewee
- Harling, Robert Speaker
Description
This segment from the 2004 Louisiana Legends Gala features a profile and a speech by Robert Harling accepting his recognition as a Louisiana Legend. Harling, a native of Natchitoches, is a playwright and screenwriter best known for “Steel Magnolias.” The profile includes interviews with his parents, Bob Harling and Margaret Harling, and his friend, Tom Whitehead. Host: Beth Courtney