Gary Burghoff

About the Author

Gary Burghoff, best known to the world as the affable Radar O'Reilly from the iconic television series M*A*S*H, has long harbored a passion for the arts beyond the screen. A talented musician and artist in his own right, Burghoff now shares the intimate corners of his life through poetry and song in his debut collection, GARY BURGHOFF: TO M*A*S*H AND BACK MY LIFE IN POEMS AND SONGS (THAT NOBODY EVER WANTED TO PUBLISH!). This heartfelt volume traces his journey from small-town Ohio roots to Hollywood fame and the reflective years that followed, blending whimsical verses with melodic lyrics that capture the humor, heartache, and humanity of a life lived in the spotlight. With disarming candor, Burghoff reveals the unpublished gems that shaped his creative soul, offering readers a rare glimpse into the mind of a beloved entertainer who never stopped dreaming in rhyme.