Philip Rogers, ‘Love on a Rooftop’ and ‘Shoot to Kill’ Producer, Dies at 90

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90-year-old Philip Rogers, who worked as a producer on shows like the 1960s sitcom “Love on a Rooftop” and the 1988 action film “Shoot to Kill” (featuring Sidney Poitier), has passed away.

Roger passed away on the 27th of February at his residence in Las Vegas, as his wife of 49 years, Stephanie Rogers, shared the news.

Serving as the head at Century Park Pictures, Rogers took on the role of executive producer for the film “Shoot to Kill.” Directed by Roger Spottiswoode, this action-packed thriller featured stars like Tom Berenger and Kirstie Alley.

Subsequently, he took charge of the PhiliPiCo Pictures label, during which time in 1996 and 1997, he created and supervised the production of two television films for Lifetime: “The Haunting of Lisa,” featuring Cheryl Ladd, and “The Hired Heart” with Penelope Ann Miller.

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Later on, he led PhiliPiCo Pictures, where in 1996 and 1997, he produced two television films for Lifetime: “The Haunting of Lisa,” starring Cheryl Ladd, and “The Hired Heart” with Penelope Ann Miller.

In the year 2000, having relocated from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, he went on to create another television movie – the 2001 direct-to-video suspense film titled “Blind Terror”, which featured Nastassja Kinski as its leading actress.

On the 26th of July, 1934, Rogers was born in Oxnard, California. At the age of twenty, he secured an acting contract with 20th Century Fox. He completed his education at Fairfax High School in Los Angeles and earned a bachelor’s degree in dramatic arts from Cal State L.A.

Rogers was born on July 26, 1934, in Oxnard, California. At the age of twenty, he landed an acting contract with 20th Century Fox. After graduating from Fairfax High School in Los Angeles and obtaining a bachelor’s degree in dramatic arts from Cal State L.A., his journey began.

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Born in Oxnard, California on July 26, 1934, Rogers was signed to an acting contract with 20th Century Fox at the age of twenty. He graduated from Fairfax High School in Los Angeles and earned a bachelor’s degree in dramatic arts from Cal State L.A.

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Rogers had experience playing minor league baseball with the Portland Beavers, and he also spent two years working in the U.S. Army’s Special Services entertainment division, serving as an emcee for a traveling choir group.

He commenced his journey in Hollywood working as a casting director for Screen Gems, the television branch of Columbia Pictures. Later, he advanced to associate produce two ABC sitcoms: “Love on a Rooftop” (1966-67) and “The Ugliest Girl in Town” (1968-69). The former series starred Peter Duel and Judy Carne as a young couple residing in San Francisco, while the latter showcased Peter Kastner portraying a character who disguised himself as a woman.

Later on, Rogers held positions such as Vice President at Universal Television, literary and talent agent, and partner in Barry & Enright/Rogers Productions. He was also a distinguished member of the Film Academy, the Television Academy, and the Hollywood Radio & TV Society.

Beyond my beloved spouse, I’m blessed to be surrounded by my sons, Jeffrey and Todd. We’re in the process of arranging joyous tributes in the vibrant cities of Las Vegas and Los Angeles.

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2025-03-19 03:54