Damn Glad to Meet You

My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches

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By Tim Matheson

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A “damn good” fun and revealing memoir from the acclaimed Hollywood actor, Tim Matheson
 
For the past seven decades, Tim Matheson has been an on-screen favorite in Hollywood. In his debut memoir, Tim takes fans behind-the-scenes of his illustrious career, and reveals what it was like to learn from and work alongside the greats, including Lucille Ball, Dick Van Dyke, Steven Spielberg, and Aaron Sorkin. Tim also talks about how he transitioned from acting to directing, the role in The West Wing that nabbed him two Emmy nominations–and so much more.

Filled to the brim with both riveting stories of the ever-changing entertainment industry and illuminating insight via “film school boot camp” sidebars, readers everywhere are going to be “damn glad” they read this fascinating memoir.  

  • "A really enjoyable read covering Tim's remarkable screen career—and some juicy tidbits about what actually goes on behind the scenes on a Hollywood set!"
    Mel Brooks
  • "Tim was a cast, crew, and audience favorite on The West Wing. He’s been at the center of some of America’s most iconic film and television. Damn Glad to Meet You is a fascinating, hilarious, and often very moving inside look at an extraordinary career."
    Aaron Sorkin
  • “What a wonderful book and what an amazing life Tim has led! I have very fond memories of working together, the fun we had, and the remarkable movie we made. Tim’s vivid recounting in this book was a pleasure to read. Bravo, Tim.”
    Jane Seymour
  • "What a charming and revealing trip through the years of ups and downs in a gifted American actor's career!  I found myself reaching for the book in the middle of the night, eager to experience the next hairpin turn in that Hollywood life. Bravo, Mr. Matheson, and thank you for sharing."
    Robyn Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author

On Sale
Nov 12, 2024
Page Count
304 pages
Publisher
Hachette Books
ISBN-13
9780306832956

Tim Matheson

About the Author

Tim Matheson is a two-time Primetime Emmy Award-nominated actor and director who has dedicated his career to show business. He’s best known for roles in Animal House, The West Wing, Magnum Force, Fletch, and Virgin River, among many others. He’s based in Hollywood, California.

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