Blue Bloods, Once Upon a Time Director Was 65
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Ralph W. Hemecker, a veteran TV director, writer, producer, and showrunner known for his work on Blue Bloods and Once Upon a Time, has died at age 65.
- His career spanned over three decades, directing episodes of popular series such as The X-Files, The Vampire Diaries, Legends of Tomorrow, and the Witchblade TV series, where he also served as showrunner.
- Hemecker directed pilots for shows including Roar, featuring Heath Ledger, and began his career with dramatic reenactments on America’s Most Wanted.
- Colleagues, including Once Upon a Time actress Lana Parrilla, praised his passion, dedication, and kindness, highlighting his deep involvement behind the scenes.
- He is survived by family members and his family requests memorial donations to the SEAL Future Foundation in honor of his admiration for Navy SEALs; a celebration of his life will be announced later.
