Harvey S. Laidman (February 22, 1942 – January 3, 2025) was an American television director. He directed for television programs including Magnum, P.I., The Waltons,[1] Tales of the Gold Monkey,[2] Matlock, The Dukes of Hazzard, Quantum Leap, Eight Is Enough, Jake and the Fatman, Quincy, M.E., Knight Rider[3] and Hawaii Five-O.[4]

Harvey Laidman
Born(1942-02-22)February 22, 1942
DiedJanuary 3, 2025(2025-01-03) (aged 82)
OccupationTelevision director

Laidman died from cancer in Simi Valley, California, on January 3, 2025, at the age of 82.[5][6]

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  1. "From show business to special education: Writer, director seek teaching credentials". Ventura County Star. Ventura, California. August 23, 2007. p. 68. Retrieved January 11, 2025 via Newspapers.com. Closed access icon
  2. "Harvey Laidman Obituary (1942-2025)". Los Angeles Times. January 9, 2025. Retrieved January 11, 2025 via Legacy.com.
  3. "Harvey Laidman". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved January 11, 2025.
  4. Roberts, Jerry (June 5, 2009). Encyclopedia of Television Film Directors. Scarecrow Press. p. 320. ISBN 9780810863781 via Google Books.
  5. Barnes, Mike (January 10, 2025). "Harvey Laidman, Director on 'The Waltons' and 'Matlock,' Dies at 82". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved January 11, 2025.
  6. Minton, Matt (January 12, 2025). "Harvey Laidman, 'The Waltons' and 'Hawaii Five-O' Director, Dies at 82". Variety. Retrieved January 17, 2025.
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