Trivia

In 1948, he and Jack Webb wrote a script for television titled "Joe Friday: Room 5," but the show was not picked up.

Frequent collaborator of Jack Webb.

Not to be confused with the legendary jazz guitarist Herb Ellis, though they were born in the same year (1921).

Was in high demand as a radio actor, beginning his career as an announcer.

Father of Production Associate Karen Siegel and Grandfather of actor Will Blomquist

Often played policemen.