Marshall Herskovitz is a renowned writer, producer, and director based in Los Angeles, with an impressive track record of accolades in both television and film. Born in Philadelphia, he pursued his academic endeavors at Brandeis University, before relocating to Los Angeles in 1975, where he enrolled at the American Film Institute and crossed paths with his long-standing creative partner Edward Zwick.
Throughout his illustrious career, Herskovitz has been instrumental in crafting some of the most beloved and critically acclaimed television series, including Thirtysomething, My So-Called Life, and Once and Again. Furthermore, he has also produced an array of notable films, such as Legends of the Fall, Traffic, The Last Samurai, Blood Diamond, and Love and Other Drugs, in addition to directing the films Jack the Bear and Dangerous Beauty.
In 2007, Herskovitz made a groundbreaking foray into the digital realm with Quarterlife, an innovative online series and social network focused on the lives of artistic, activist twenty-somethings. Since its launch, the website, www.quarterlife.com, has become a global phenomenon, attracting members from 60 countries, and the series has been recognized as the most successful scripted program in Internet history.
As a dedicated environmentalist, Herskovitz has been actively involved in various organizations committed to preserving America's natural resources. He is also a founding member of the national 1Sky campaign.
Currently Hers,kovitz serves as the President of the Producers Guild of America, cementing his position as a respected and influential figure within the entertainment industry.
