A former stand-up comic, Laurie worked out in Harvey Lembeck's Comedy Improv Workshop for years with classmates Robin Williams, John Larroquette and John Ritter. While performing with improv groups, Laurie immersed herself in the history of those who came before her. The stories she uncovered during this period became the basis for her debut, archetype book, Hollywood Heartbreak, a 75-year history of Hollywood told through the lives and deaths of 31 people. Following its publication, Laurie emerged as a leading Hollywood historian. Her other books include Dishing Hollywood and Timmy’s in the Well – The Jon Provost Story, which celebrates the 50th anniversary of Timmy from the original Lassie TV series.   Laurie, who heads up Living Legends Ltd.—which represents more than 100 nostalgic celebrities for appearances -- has also written and produced documentaries, television series and specials, including: 20th Anniversary of the Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Museum of Television and Radio’s Salute to Funny Women of Television, The Warner Bros. Studio Rededication Party, The Suzanne Somers Show, Photoplay and Hollywood Chronicles. She worked with Jack Haley, Jr. for nine years as head of development.   Listen to this intrepid author/ghostbuster reveal some of her ghostly tales by clicking on the link below.  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/movieaddictheadquarters/2015/10/06/a-ghostly-tour-of-hollywood-with-laurie-jacobson