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TV Writer David Milch on How to Write a Character off a Show

Actor David Caruso left "NYPD Blue" to pursue a film career. The show's co-creator, David Milch, will talk about writing out Caruso, who played one of the main characters. Milch was also co-creator of "Hill Street Blues," with "NYPD Blue" collaborator Steven Bochco.

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Other segments from the episode on November 2, 1994

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, November 2, 1994: Interview with David Milch; Commentary on Detective Matt Scudder; Interview with Steve Roberts.

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