Trivia

Was a moderately-successful television writer, still struggling to make a name for himself, when son Danny became famous on The Partridge Family (1970). Fame rubbed off in reverse, and Joseph began picking up writer's work because of Danny's precocious comedic talents. Unfortunately, the upside-down situation led to considerable friction between father and son.

Although mostly a writer or story editor for comedy, he exhibited a talent for drama by writing for such shows as The Waltons (1972), Little House on the Prairie (1974) and Bonanza (1959).

First worked for Dick Clark in 1964 on American Bandstand (1952).

Exactly one month older than Jack Cassidy, David Cassidy's father.

Ex-father-in-law of Gretchen Bonaduce.