Gary Gray (author)
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Gary Gray, born , is an American television host, producer, and author currently living in Los Angeles.
in Wayland, Massachusetts he went on to Skidmore College
where he graduated with a BA in Psychology.
and Stripsearch, both on Playboy TV
. His quick wit and sarcasm were the cornerstones on his on-camera persona as he interviewed and explored the multitude of adult stars and strippers that populated his programs. One of the more amusing aspects of his live performances were the frequent occasions when he'd talk "above the heads" of his often clueless guests.
As an offshoot of his Playboy work, he occasionally appeared on E! Entertainment Television’s Wild On series. Upon the cancellation of The Helmetcam Show he moved exclusively behind the camera, and went on to produce several other Playboy TV projects including Night Calls, Private Calls and The Weekend Flash.
(1981), he continued his comedy writing as the Humor Editor of The Skidmore News. Later he wrote for all the shows he hosted or produced on Playboy TV, additionally he sold the unproduced script “Naked at the White House,” as well as articles for Playboy
documenting his various exploits in Las Vegas. He is currently writing a book about his experiences as Helmetcam Man working for Playboy TV.
Education
After graduating from Wayland High SchoolWayland High School
Wayland High School is a secondary school located at 264 Old Connecticut Path in Wayland, Massachusetts. Its principal is Patrick Tutwiler. The style of the high school was inspired by college campuses: there are 8 separate buildings, each dedicated to one or more general areas of study. ...
in Wayland, Massachusetts he went on to Skidmore College
Skidmore College
Skidmore College is a private, independent, liberal arts college with an enrollment of approximately 2,500 students. The college is located in the town of Saratoga Springs, New York State....
where he graduated with a BA in Psychology.
Television career
Debuting in the Eric Mittleman short film “The Pitch” as a pathetic kiss-ass employee, Gary went on to host The Helmetcam ShowThe Helmetcam Show
The Helmetcam Show is a television series created by Gary Gray. The series ran for four years on Playboy TV from 1996 to 2000. A total of 80 episodes were produced during the show’s run, ending with the final live broadcast on July 19, 2000....
and Stripsearch, both on Playboy TV
Playboy TV
Playboy TV is a premium monthly subscription television channel. Since its launch in 1982 in partnership with Cablevision which eventually sold their share back to Playboy, Playboy TV has become a leading entertainment channel for adult entertainment...
. His quick wit and sarcasm were the cornerstones on his on-camera persona as he interviewed and explored the multitude of adult stars and strippers that populated his programs. One of the more amusing aspects of his live performances were the frequent occasions when he'd talk "above the heads" of his often clueless guests.
As an offshoot of his Playboy work, he occasionally appeared on E! Entertainment Television’s Wild On series. Upon the cancellation of The Helmetcam Show he moved exclusively behind the camera, and went on to produce several other Playboy TV projects including Night Calls, Private Calls and The Weekend Flash.
Writing career
Beginning as the co-author of “National Ninja Week” with Gregg KavetGregg Kavet
Gregg Kavet is a writer and director who worked on NBC's Seinfeld for several seasons with collaborator Andy Robin. The team wrote episodes including "The Jimmy", "The Hot Tub", "The Caddy", "The Bottle Deposit", "The Fatigues", "The Comeback", "The Nap", and "The Slicer"...
(1981), he continued his comedy writing as the Humor Editor of The Skidmore News. Later he wrote for all the shows he hosted or produced on Playboy TV, additionally he sold the unproduced script “Naked at the White House,” as well as articles for Playboy
Playboy
Playboy is an American men's magazine that features photographs of nude women as well as journalism and fiction. It was founded in Chicago in 1953 by Hugh Hefner and his associates, and funded in part by a $1,000 loan from Hefner's mother. The magazine has grown into Playboy Enterprises, Inc., with...
documenting his various exploits in Las Vegas. He is currently writing a book about his experiences as Helmetcam Man working for Playboy TV.
Notable film and TV appearances
- The Making of The Senior Show
- Night Calls: The Movie II playing “Helmetcam Man”
- Wild on The Strip playing “himself”
- Wild on The Swiss Alps playing “himself”
- Night Calls: UK playing “Helmetcam Man”
- Night Calls Guide to Romance playing “Helmetcam Man”
- Essentially Juli playing “himself” and “Helmetcam Man”