"Mad About You" actor

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May 19, 1999

Actor, Paul Reiser discusses in an online interview, his life as an actor and the hit TV show "Mad About You."

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NBCLive: Paul Reiser, an Emmy Award nominee every year since 1994 for his work as a producer and star on “Mad About You,” frequently found himself addressing the vagaries of modern marriage while touring as a stand-up comedian, a cathartic subject that took on new meaning for him seven years ago when he married Paula, a psychotherapist. Reiser co-created “Mad About You” (with Danny Jacobson) and also serves as executive producer. The comedy series allows him to express himself on the riddles of marital bliss. "Marriage is like the final frontier of intimacy," he says. "It's a dance with constantly changing ground rules, full of never-ending stories and issues. We want it to be honest, so that people will say, 'God, that's just like my life!' And now a word from our lawyers: BORING BUT NECESSARY INFORMATION You agree not to use offensive language or personally attack any other participants or third parties. You are solely responsible for all of your communications, and you agree not to violate or infringe upon the rights of others. NBC and Talk City reserve the right, but are not obligated, to edit or delete any information that it deems to violate these ground rules. NBC and Talk City reserve the right to suspend access to anyone who violates these rules. NBC and Talk City also reserve the right to republish, disseminate and broadcast any materials posted. Thank you. And now, please welcome PAUL REISER

Shogun Says: You co-created “Mad About You”--what was your inspiration for creating the show?

Paul Reiser: A lovely first question. I was doing standup and the material that felt the best was the stuff about marriage and relationships.

Martins Says: I read that you co-wrote the theme song to “Mad About You,” are you still writing music?

Paul Reiser: I haven't been. But it's one of the things I'm looking forward to getting back to now that I have some time.

Friendliness Says: Hi Paul, I love your show how did you start your acting career?

Paul Reiser: The first stuff was just silly comedies and musicals in college. and then from there things sort of happened.

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