Graduated from the prestigious Xavier High School in New York City, where he was a member of the Cartooning & Illustration club.
Helped Rachael Ray get her first television appearance, by giving her a spot on the Today (1952) Show in 2001.
Double majored in graphic design and broadcasting/journalism in
college.
31 August 2005 - Underwent back surgery for a ruptured disc.
Went through stomach by-pass surgery which he chronicled on Today (1952) in order to educate other obese people that something can be done to help them.