Boris Sagal, a renowned director and writer, was born on October 18, 1923, in the city of Yekaterinoslav, which is now known as Dnipropetrovsk, located in the Ukraine, a part of the Soviet Union at the time.
Throughout his illustrious career, Boris Sagal made a lasting impact on the world of television and film, leaving behind a legacy of iconic projects, including the thought-provoking 1971 film "The Omega Man", the captivating 1968 television series "The Name of the Game", and the groundbreaking 1976 miniseries "Rich Man, Poor Man".
In his personal life, Boris Sagal was married to the talented Marge Champion, a renowned dancer, and choreographer, as well as the accomplished actress, Sara Macon.
Sadly, Boris Sagal's life was cut short when he passed away on May 22, 1981, in Portland, Oregon, USA.