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She launched the careers of Kylie, Delta and Margot. Do you know his name?

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“He has the ability to view dramas normally. That is the main philosophy for Neighbor , which at that time contradicted the melodramatic and exaggerated grain of television soap operas. He elevates suburban life into a drama that captivates millions.” Reg Grundy understands how to use publicity to grow an audience. Credit: Ben Rushton Born in Queensland in 1926, after a brief career as an actor Watson became a television executive in England in the 1950s, working for broadcaster ATV. During his tenure there Watson oversaw the creation of one of Britain’s most iconic soap operas, the Midlands-set junction . Returning to Australia, Watson became head of drama at Reg Grundy Productions and oversaw the company’s prolific drama boards, including Young Doctors (1976-1983), Glenview High (1977), The Restless Years (1977-1981), captive (1979-1986), Son and Daughter (1981-1987) and Neighbor (1985-present). He also oversaw the US adaptation of Prisoner: Dangerous Woman . Neighbor’ ori