Sad to hear TV talk show pioneer Joe Franklin (1926-2015) passed away. Joe invented the talk show format. He had a show in NYC where he would interview oddball characters. We met mid-1990's at a sports awards banquet, I asked if I could take his portrait. He invited me to his famous cluttered office. I remember there wasn't much room to shoot so I set-up in the hallway. In NYC he was a living legend, a kindred spirit who was interested in quirky, unique people. He always treated them with respect and dignity. Thanks Joe Franklin. #joefranklin
