Steven Peterman '72 (Writer & Producer, HANNA MONTANA)

By Robin Russin '79

I've known Steven Peterman '72 for years, since our kids went to pre-school together, and so I know he isn't just a funny guy. He's a warm, generous and modest guy, too, and the combination has served him well; sometimes, nice guys do finish first. We sat down over happy-hour sangria to talk about how he got here, and what he's been up to recently.

Starting out as an actor, Peterman turned to writing as a more secure profession (go figure). It proved to be the right choice: along with his long-time writing partner and fellow former actor Gary Dontzig, Peterman went on to write for some of the best shows on TV, winning three Primetime Emmys and being nominated for two Humanitas Awards along the way.