Greg Garrison

February 20, 1924 — Brooklyn, New York City, United States

Greg Garrison was an American television director and producer best known for his work on variety shows. He began his career in radio before moving to television, where he directed episodes of Your Show of Shows and The Milton Berle Show. Garrison is most renowned for producing and directing The Dean Martin Show (1965–1974) and its subsequent celebrity roasts. His innovative approach to variety programming and ability to capture spontaneous performances made him a pivotal figure in television entertainment.

TV Show

The Dean Martin Show

1965

TV Show

The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts

1973

TV Show

Texaco Star Theater

1948

Movie

The Dean Martin Christmas Show

1968

TV Show

Startime

1959

Movie

Hey, Let's Twist!

1961

Movie

Two Tickets to Paris

1962

Movie

Dean's Place

1976