Donald Wrye attended UCLA and while there began his directing with an unknown short film. He subsequently wrote and directed short documentaries before proceeding as a major director. He first worked for the U.S, government. He was well respected at UCLA studying in the Theater Arts department as he developed toward his career objectives. I attended UCLA at the same time and became his friend.
Conrad Sprout.
Telly Savalas was scheduled to star in early 1976 in the move "Nick the Greek", as famed poker player Nick Dandolos. Donald Wrye was to direct, but the movie was never made.
Father, with Harriet Kimble Wrye, of Gabriel Wrye & Ariel Wrye.
Father, with Kathryn Dowling, of Connor Malcolm Wrye (1990-1993) & Catalina Pedigo Wrye (1994).