Maximum Overdrive was written solely by George R. R. Martin.
 On-set translator Roberto Croci didn't remember King's cocaine use, but recalls him drinking from early in the morning until late at night
 His first television appearance took place on November 11, 1947 (an event that was named among the top 100 televised acts of the 20th century by Entertainment Weekly) and he immediately became a national celebrity at the same level of Lucille Ball and Bob Hope (who personally donated hundreds of chic robes for George's collection) while changing the course of the industry

