Larry Breeding(1946-1982)

Was going to co-star with Gerald McRaney in the series, 'It's Not Easy', but when McRaney's previous series, 'Simon & Simon', was renewed at the last minute, McRaney had to drop out to go back to it. So, the series was placed on hold until they could find a replacement. And while waiting, Breeding had his fatal car accident. So, the show was on hold again, and eventually began with Ken Howard and Bert Convy in their respective roles.