"So there was a constant flow and a thin line there between reality and television and yes, much of what I was experiencing in my real life was also what was going on in the television show to the extent that I had to take writers' advice and from the counselors around."
Alan Thicke was a Canadian actor, songwriter, and television host. He became widely known for starring in the sitcom Growing Pains and for writing music for television. He remained active in entertainment as an actor and host for decades.