Dan Wilcox, an Emmy-winning writer, producer and longtime union man who penned dozens of M*A*S*H episodes including co-writing its record-setting series finale and had many other TV credits including Sesame Street and Fernwood/America 2-Nite, has died. He was 82.
His niece, Julie Merson Rothenberg, told the WGA that he died February 14 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. No cause was given.
A six-decade WGA member and longtime former board member who was active in the 2007-08 strike, Wilcox was a fierce champion of unions and equal rights. In 2017, he received the Morgan Cox Award in recognition of his exemplary service to the Guild. Wgaw President Howard A. Rodman said at the time: “Dan Wilcox has been, in a sustained and deeply moving way, a voice for the voiceless. His work, at once passionate and effective, has been on behalf of those who might otherwise lack the...
His niece, Julie Merson Rothenberg, told the WGA that he died February 14 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. No cause was given.
A six-decade WGA member and longtime former board member who was active in the 2007-08 strike, Wilcox was a fierce champion of unions and equal rights. In 2017, he received the Morgan Cox Award in recognition of his exemplary service to the Guild. Wgaw President Howard A. Rodman said at the time: “Dan Wilcox has been, in a sustained and deeply moving way, a voice for the voiceless. His work, at once passionate and effective, has been on behalf of those who might otherwise lack the...
- 2/26/2024
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Dan Wilcox, the Emmy-winning TV writer and producer whose work on the last four seasons of M*A*S*H included the acclaimed 1983 series finale that attracted a record 106 million viewers, has died. He was 82.
Wilcox died Feb. 14 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, his niece Julie Merson announced.
A WGA member for more than 60 years and a guild board member since 2005, Wilcox won his Emmy in 1970 for Sesame Street, where he met Thad Mumford, who became his longtime writing partner. They worked together on M*A*S*H and received the 1980 WGA award for best episodic comedy.
They also wrote for What’s Happening!!, Alice, The Duck Factory, Good Times and the 1979 ABC miniseries Roots: The Next Generations.
Wilcox was a writer and/or executive story editor on 36 episodes of M*A*S*H from 1979-83 as well as a producer, starting in 1981, on the CBS show’s last two seasons.
The native New Yorker...
Wilcox died Feb. 14 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, his niece Julie Merson announced.
A WGA member for more than 60 years and a guild board member since 2005, Wilcox won his Emmy in 1970 for Sesame Street, where he met Thad Mumford, who became his longtime writing partner. They worked together on M*A*S*H and received the 1980 WGA award for best episodic comedy.
They also wrote for What’s Happening!!, Alice, The Duck Factory, Good Times and the 1979 ABC miniseries Roots: The Next Generations.
Wilcox was a writer and/or executive story editor on 36 episodes of M*A*S*H from 1979-83 as well as a producer, starting in 1981, on the CBS show’s last two seasons.
The native New Yorker...
- 2/26/2024
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
For years, That ’70s Show enchanted and amused fans of all ages. The series was a mainstay of the late ’90s and early 2000s, ultimately going off the air in 2006. Now, those who loved the characters introduced in That ’70s Show have a chance to visit with them again. That ’90s Show, a Netflix original series, debuted on the streaming platform on January 19. And fans are already praising the new show’s humor and nostalgia. Fans aren’t the only ones loving the show. In a recent interview, Debra Jo Rupp, who reprises her role as Kitty Forman, opened up about her emotional reunion with her That ’70s Show castmates.
‘That ’90s Show’ picks up 15 years after ‘That ’70s Show’
That ’90s Show is set approximately 15 years after the events detailed in That ’70s Show. The show features many of the same characters and locations as the original show, all while introducing several new characters.
‘That ’90s Show’ picks up 15 years after ‘That ’70s Show’
That ’90s Show is set approximately 15 years after the events detailed in That ’70s Show. The show features many of the same characters and locations as the original show, all while introducing several new characters.
- 2/5/2023
- by Christina Nunn
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
A year after announcing his farewell tour, comedian Bill Engvall is ready to reveal how he’ll wrap things up: With one final stand-up comedy special. Comedy Dynamics has partnered with Engvall to produce his final stand-up comedy special, which will take place in Salt Lake City at Eccles Theater on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, 2022.
“It’s always great to work with a longtime comedy veteran like Bill, because you know the end product is going to be smart, funny, and an entertaining piece for his dedicated fans worldwide,” said Brian Volk-Weiss, founder and CEO of Comedy Dynamics.
Variety exclusively reported last year that Engvall was signing off with the farewell stand-up tour “Here’s Your Sign, It’s Finally Time,” which launched at the end of last summer and continued into this year.
The comedian/actor/author, who’s also a Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum selling recording artist, is...
“It’s always great to work with a longtime comedy veteran like Bill, because you know the end product is going to be smart, funny, and an entertaining piece for his dedicated fans worldwide,” said Brian Volk-Weiss, founder and CEO of Comedy Dynamics.
Variety exclusively reported last year that Engvall was signing off with the farewell stand-up tour “Here’s Your Sign, It’s Finally Time,” which launched at the end of last summer and continued into this year.
The comedian/actor/author, who’s also a Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum selling recording artist, is...
- 8/10/2022
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Staying up to date with your favorite TV shows, or series that you’re interested in testing out is crucial if you’re an avid television connoisseur. “1883” is currently streaming on Paramount+. The show is a Paramount+ original, so to catch every episode, you may want to subscribe to the streaming service. Alternatively, you can currently add Paramount+ to Prime Video on Amazon with a seven-day free trial.
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About “1883” on Paramount+
“1883” depicts the harsh realities of a post-war era in America and the Westward expansion – which saw many Americans relocate to areas perceived as the promised land.
The show follows the story of an impoverished family from Tennessee — the Dutton family – and some German immigrants as they...
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About “1883” on Paramount+
“1883” depicts the harsh realities of a post-war era in America and the Westward expansion – which saw many Americans relocate to areas perceived as the promised land.
The show follows the story of an impoverished family from Tennessee — the Dutton family – and some German immigrants as they...
- 4/18/2022
- by Buddy TV
- buddytv.com
Did you know that the human head weighs 8 pounds? And that bees and dogs can smell fear? And that the kid from Jerry Maguire is 31? Jonathan Lipnicki, who played Ray, the adorable fact disseminator with big glasses and a promising throwing arm in the sports-and-romance classic, is celebrating his birthday Oct. 22. Which, when you do the math, makes sense, even if the all-grown-upness of the situation is hard to wrap your 8-pound head around. But without a doubt, 1996 was a big year for the Los Angeles native, who joined the cast of The Jeff Foxworthy Show at 5 and at 6, a few months later, was on a red carpet celebrating with Tom...
- 10/22/2021
- E! Online
The Knick creators, executive producers and showrunners Jack Amiel and Michael Begler are returning to the HBO fold with a rich three-year overall deal. Under the pact, said to be in the eight-figure range, the duo have been tapped as writers, executive producers and showrunners for Season 2 of HBO’s drama series Perry Mason starring Matthew Rhys.
They replace the Perry Mason reboot’s creators Ron Fitzgerald and Rolin Jones who served as writers/showrunners on Season 1.
Amiel and Begler ran The Knick, which starred Clive Owen and André Holland and was directed by Steven Soderbergh. Originally airing on HBO sibling Cinemax, the series is now available to stream on HBO Max via HBO platforms. The Peabody Award-winning drama series was nominated for multiple Emmy Awards across its two seasons and won for Outstanding Production Design.
Produced by Team Downey, Perry Mason debuted in June 2020 as HBO’s most-watched new...
They replace the Perry Mason reboot’s creators Ron Fitzgerald and Rolin Jones who served as writers/showrunners on Season 1.
Amiel and Begler ran The Knick, which starred Clive Owen and André Holland and was directed by Steven Soderbergh. Originally airing on HBO sibling Cinemax, the series is now available to stream on HBO Max via HBO platforms. The Peabody Award-winning drama series was nominated for multiple Emmy Awards across its two seasons and won for Outstanding Production Design.
Produced by Team Downey, Perry Mason debuted in June 2020 as HBO’s most-watched new...
- 4/23/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Buchwald has inked feature film and TV writer-producer-director Gil Junger.
Junger is a veteran TV episodic producer-director who has helmed over 250 episodes, 17 pilots (both half-hour and hour) and four movies for television.
In addition to his Peabody and Humanitas awards, Junger received Emmy and DGA nominations for his work on the transformative “coming out” episode of Ellen, starring Ellen DeGeneres. His TV credits also include Devious Maids, Hot in Cleveland, Hope & Faith, Harry’s Law, According to Jim, Zoe, Duncan, Jack & Jane, The Jeff Foxworthy Show, Blossom and The John Larroquette Show.
In 1999, he made his feature film directorial debut with Touchstone’s teen comedy 10 Things I Hate About You which catapulted the careers of Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon Levitt and Heath Ledger.
Other notable feature directing credits followed including Black Knight starring Martin Lawrence and If Only starring Jennifer Love Hewitt and Tom Wilkinson.
Most recently, Junger...
Junger is a veteran TV episodic producer-director who has helmed over 250 episodes, 17 pilots (both half-hour and hour) and four movies for television.
In addition to his Peabody and Humanitas awards, Junger received Emmy and DGA nominations for his work on the transformative “coming out” episode of Ellen, starring Ellen DeGeneres. His TV credits also include Devious Maids, Hot in Cleveland, Hope & Faith, Harry’s Law, According to Jim, Zoe, Duncan, Jack & Jane, The Jeff Foxworthy Show, Blossom and The John Larroquette Show.
In 1999, he made his feature film directorial debut with Touchstone’s teen comedy 10 Things I Hate About You which catapulted the careers of Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon Levitt and Heath Ledger.
Other notable feature directing credits followed including Black Knight starring Martin Lawrence and If Only starring Jennifer Love Hewitt and Tom Wilkinson.
Most recently, Junger...
- 8/24/2020
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
There’s a ridiculous amount of TV content out there waiting to be streamed during your downtime — and a lot of it won’t cost you one shiny penny.
TVLine already offers a premium streaming guide, which delivers a rundown of subscription rates, original series and select library content offered by established, new and forthcoming streamers. We also publish a monthly list of TV shows and movies coming and going on Netflix.
More from TVLineThe Blacklist Creator Explains the Midseason Premiere's Glaring Absence, Teases a Major Secret for [Spoiler]American Idol Video: Will Margie Mays and Jonny West Survive the New 'Duets' Round in Hollywood Week?...
TVLine already offers a premium streaming guide, which delivers a rundown of subscription rates, original series and select library content offered by established, new and forthcoming streamers. We also publish a monthly list of TV shows and movies coming and going on Netflix.
More from TVLineThe Blacklist Creator Explains the Midseason Premiere's Glaring Absence, Teases a Major Secret for [Spoiler]American Idol Video: Will Margie Mays and Jonny West Survive the New 'Duets' Round in Hollywood Week?...
- 3/20/2020
- TVLine.com
Veteran studio teacher Lois Carl, a longtime tutor who worked side-by-side with young Hollywood stars such as Haley Joel Osment, David Arquette and Josh Hutchinson, has died from complications related to end-stage kidney disease. She was 82.
Carl died in the pre-dawn hours Wednesday at Anaheim Regional Hospital according to her son, Adam Carl, who followed his mother into the industry as an actor and producer.
As Osment’s longtime tutor and child welfare monitor, Carl accompanied the child actor as he became an in-demand presence on TV and in feature films.
Carl was a familiar presence on Steven Spielberg’s film sets, working with young talent from the ensembles of A.I.: Artificial Intelligence, Minority Report, The Terminal, and Catch Me if You Can.
Carl died in the pre-dawn hours Wednesday at Anaheim Regional Hospital according to her son, Adam Carl, who followed his mother into the industry as an actor and producer.
As Osment’s longtime tutor and child welfare monitor, Carl accompanied the child actor as he became an in-demand presence on TV and in feature films.
Carl was a familiar presence on Steven Spielberg’s film sets, working with young talent from the ensembles of A.I.: Artificial Intelligence, Minority Report, The Terminal, and Catch Me if You Can.
- 3/7/2019
- by Geoff Boucher
- Deadline Film + TV
Lois Carl, a studio schoolteacher who tutored on Steven Spielberg sets and worked with kid actors such as Haley Joel Osment, Josh Hutcherson and David Arquette, has died. She was 82.
Carl died Wednesday at Anaheim Regional Medical Center of complications from kidney disease, her son, actor Adam Carl, told The Hollywood Reporter.
Carl served as Osment's longtime tutor and welfare worker and accompanied him on the features Pay It Forward (2000), Edges of the Lord (2001) and A.I.: Artificial Intelligence (2001) as well as on the TV series Walker: Texas Ranger, The Jeff Foxworthy Show and Murphy Brown.
In addition to A.I....
Carl died Wednesday at Anaheim Regional Medical Center of complications from kidney disease, her son, actor Adam Carl, told The Hollywood Reporter.
Carl served as Osment's longtime tutor and welfare worker and accompanied him on the features Pay It Forward (2000), Edges of the Lord (2001) and A.I.: Artificial Intelligence (2001) as well as on the TV series Walker: Texas Ranger, The Jeff Foxworthy Show and Murphy Brown.
In addition to A.I....
Lois Carl, a studio schoolteacher who tutored on Steven Spielberg sets and worked with kid actors such as Haley Joel Osment, Josh Hutcherson and David Arquette, has died. She was 82.
Carl died Wednesday at Anaheim Regional Medical Center of complications from kidney disease, her son, actor Adam Carl, told The Hollywood Reporter.
Carl served as Osment's longtime tutor and welfare worker and accompanied him on the features Pay It Forward (2000), Edges of the Lord (2001) and A.I.: Artificial Intelligence (2001) as well as on the TV series Walker: Texas Ranger, The Jeff Foxworthy Show and Murphy Brown.
In addition to A.I....
Carl died Wednesday at Anaheim Regional Medical Center of complications from kidney disease, her son, actor Adam Carl, told The Hollywood Reporter.
Carl served as Osment's longtime tutor and welfare worker and accompanied him on the features Pay It Forward (2000), Edges of the Lord (2001) and A.I.: Artificial Intelligence (2001) as well as on the TV series Walker: Texas Ranger, The Jeff Foxworthy Show and Murphy Brown.
In addition to A.I....
Yippee kayak! “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” could be back after all. Just hours after Fox announced that “B99,” “The Last Man on Earth” and “The Mick” wouldn’t be renewed for next season, rumors began about another outlet stepping in and saving the show.
“Brooklyn Nine-Nine” has already aired five seasons and made it to 112 episodes, which means its back-end is secure: The comedy has more than enough for long-lasting syndication. It’s also not much of a surprise that Fox would shut down the precinct: It doesn’t own the show (it’s produced by Universal TV), and “B99” has not been much of a ratings performer as of late. Also, by a show’s sixth season, costs shoot up as new talent deals are secured.
In a different age, that would be the end of “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” But in 2018, there are enough outlets out there looking for shows with built-in...
“Brooklyn Nine-Nine” has already aired five seasons and made it to 112 episodes, which means its back-end is secure: The comedy has more than enough for long-lasting syndication. It’s also not much of a surprise that Fox would shut down the precinct: It doesn’t own the show (it’s produced by Universal TV), and “B99” has not been much of a ratings performer as of late. Also, by a show’s sixth season, costs shoot up as new talent deals are secured.
In a different age, that would be the end of “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” But in 2018, there are enough outlets out there looking for shows with built-in...
- 5/11/2018
- by Michael Schneider
- Indiewire
Twenty years ago, Tom Hanks inspired movie audiences around the world to reflect on the parallels between life and chocolate in the Oscar-winning Forrest Gump. In honor of its anniversary, the film is screening in IMAX theaters for one week, starting Sept. 5. For Gump superfans out there, it's a chance to relive some movie magic - just think how intense that floating feather will look on an IMAX screen! To some observers, since its 1994 theatrical run, Forrest Gump has permeated pop culture, leaving a legacy that has inspired further creative efforts and manages to still make news today. 1. Tom Hanks...
- 9/5/2014
- by Drew Mackie
- PEOPLE.com
Tune in alert as Nickelodeon conjures up some supernatural fun in the brand-new live-action comedy series, The Haunted Hathaways, debuting Saturday, July 13, at 8:30 p.m. (Et/Pt). Created by veteran comedy writer-producer Robert Peacock (Reba, The Jeff Foxworthy Show), the scripted half-hour series features a talented ensemble cast and chronicles the journey of Michelle Hathaway and her two daughters Taylor and Frankie, as they move to New Orleans only to discover that their new home is already being occupied by a dad and his sons. who happen to be ghosts. New episodes of The Haunted Hathaways will air regularly Saturdays at 8:30 p.m. (Et/Pt) on Nickelodeon, and will also be available the day after air on iTunes, Amazon...
- 7/2/2013
- by April Neale
- Monsters and Critics
Nick at Nite comedy pilot Instant Mom (working title) has been picked up to series with a 13-episode order. But in a twist, the multi-camera comedy starring Tia Mowry-Hardrict will have its premiere airings on NickMom, marking the first scripted series for the primetime TV block. It will then repeat on Nick at Nite. Instant Mom was created by Warren Bell and Jessica Butler. Bell will not be involved with the series, with Howard Gould (The Jeff Foxworthy Show) coming on board as executive producer/showrunner. Instant Mom hails from executive producer Aaron Kaplan. It marks Kaplan’s second Nick pilot, along with Wendell & Vinnie, both of whom have gone to series. (Both are directed by John Fortenberry.) Instant Mom follows young party girl Stephanie (Mowry-Hardrict) who trades in cosmos for carpools when she marries an older man, Charlie (Michael Boatman), with three kids. Stephanie slowly grows into her role...
- 4/3/2013
- by NELLIE ANDREEVA
- Deadline TV
How well do you know the Bible? Jeff Foxworthy can help you find out.
Gsn has tapped the comedian to host "The American Bible Challenge," a game show that tests contestants' knowledge of the scripture, with the intention of celebrating the Bible and incorporating it into contemporary life.
"I am excited to be hosting a show about the bestselling book of all time," Foxworthy said in a statement. "It will be interesting to find out what people really know, and an opportunity to present the Bible in a fun and entertaining way."
Foxworthy has authored several books including "You Might Be A Redneck If..." and several versions of "Jeff Foxworthy's Redneck Dictionary." He starred in 1995's sitcom "The Jeff Foxworthy Show," and most recently hosted Fox's "Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?," which aired from 2009-2011.
The pilot for "American Bible Challenge" will be shot later this month.
Gsn has tapped the comedian to host "The American Bible Challenge," a game show that tests contestants' knowledge of the scripture, with the intention of celebrating the Bible and incorporating it into contemporary life.
"I am excited to be hosting a show about the bestselling book of all time," Foxworthy said in a statement. "It will be interesting to find out what people really know, and an opportunity to present the Bible in a fun and entertaining way."
Foxworthy has authored several books including "You Might Be A Redneck If..." and several versions of "Jeff Foxworthy's Redneck Dictionary." He starred in 1995's sitcom "The Jeff Foxworthy Show," and most recently hosted Fox's "Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?," which aired from 2009-2011.
The pilot for "American Bible Challenge" will be shot later this month.
- 3/21/2012
- by Leigh Weingus
- Aol TV.
How well do you know the Bible? Jeff Foxworthy can help you find out.
Gsn has tapped the comedian to host "The American Bible Challenge," a game show that tests contestants' knowledge of the scripture, with the intention of celebrating the Bible and incorporating it into contemporary life.
"I am excited to be hosting a show about the bestselling book of all time," Foxworthy said in a statement. "It will be interesting to find out what people really know, and an opportunity to present the Bible in a fun and entertaining way."
Foxworthy has authored several books including "You Might Be A Redneck If..." and several versions of "Jeff Foxworthy's Redneck Dictionary." He starred in 1995's sitcom "The Jeff Foxworthy Show," and most recently hosted Fox's "Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?," which aired from 2009-2011.
The pilot for "American Bible Challenge" will be shot later this month.
Gsn has tapped the comedian to host "The American Bible Challenge," a game show that tests contestants' knowledge of the scripture, with the intention of celebrating the Bible and incorporating it into contemporary life.
"I am excited to be hosting a show about the bestselling book of all time," Foxworthy said in a statement. "It will be interesting to find out what people really know, and an opportunity to present the Bible in a fun and entertaining way."
Foxworthy has authored several books including "You Might Be A Redneck If..." and several versions of "Jeff Foxworthy's Redneck Dictionary." He starred in 1995's sitcom "The Jeff Foxworthy Show," and most recently hosted Fox's "Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?," which aired from 2009-2011.
The pilot for "American Bible Challenge" will be shot later this month.
- 3/21/2012
- by Leigh Weingus
- Huffington Post
Filed under: TV News
Comedian Bill Engvall will guest star on an upcoming episode of 'Leverage,' TNT has exclusively confirmed to TV Squad.
In it, Engvall will play a car dealer targeted by the 'Leverage' team because of his involvement in reselling stolen autos on the black market.
The episode is currently slated to air in August.
Engvall was last seen on the small screen in the short-lived TBS sitcom 'The Bill Engvall Show,' which was canceled last September due to poor ratings. Additional TV roles inc lude 'Blue Collar TV,' 'The Jeff Foxworthy Show' and 'Delta.'
'Leverage,' starring Oscar winner Timothy Hutton, returns for its highly anticipated third season with back-to-back episodes Sun., Jun. 20 at 9Pm.
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Comedian Bill Engvall will guest star on an upcoming episode of 'Leverage,' TNT has exclusively confirmed to TV Squad.
In it, Engvall will play a car dealer targeted by the 'Leverage' team because of his involvement in reselling stolen autos on the black market.
The episode is currently slated to air in August.
Engvall was last seen on the small screen in the short-lived TBS sitcom 'The Bill Engvall Show,' which was canceled last September due to poor ratings. Additional TV roles inc lude 'Blue Collar TV,' 'The Jeff Foxworthy Show' and 'Delta.'
'Leverage,' starring Oscar winner Timothy Hutton, returns for its highly anticipated third season with back-to-back episodes Sun., Jun. 20 at 9Pm.
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- 5/5/2010
- by Andrew Scott
- Aol TV.
Country singer Tim McGraw once again will test his acting skill in a feature film as he is tapped to star in "The Blind Side". The 41-year-old, who has shared screen with Reese Witherspoon in "Four Christmases", is set to star opposite Sandra Bullock, playing her on-screen husband by the name of Sean Touhy.
In addition to sharing scene with Bullock, the husband of country songstress Faith Hill will also be joined by Kathy Bates in the movie. He is expected to take part in the film's production when the principal photography begins later this month in Atlanta.
"The Blind Side" is based on Michael Lewis' best-selling book, "The Blind Side: Evolution of the Game". Inspired by the true story of Michael Oher, it follows a homeless African-American teenager who befriends a wealthy family and grows up to be an offensive lineman for the Ole Miss football team. This...
In addition to sharing scene with Bullock, the husband of country songstress Faith Hill will also be joined by Kathy Bates in the movie. He is expected to take part in the film's production when the principal photography begins later this month in Atlanta.
"The Blind Side" is based on Michael Lewis' best-selling book, "The Blind Side: Evolution of the Game". Inspired by the true story of Michael Oher, it follows a homeless African-American teenager who befriends a wealthy family and grows up to be an offensive lineman for the Ole Miss football team. This...
- 4/16/2009
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Joey Murphy and John Pardee have been upped to executive producers on ABC's Desperate Housewives.
Murphy and Pardee have been serving as co-executive producers and writers on the series, a production of ABC Studios. The writing team, longtime friends of Housewives creator/executive producer Marc Cherry, have been with the show -- which is heading into its fourth season in the fall -- from the start.
Along with Cherry, the duo will executive produce alongside George W. Perkins and recently upped Bob Daily.
Before Housewives, Pardee and Murphy worked with Cherry on several series, including the mid-'90s Fox comedy The Crew, which the duo co-created and produced and on which Cherry served as writer/executive producer. The pair also co-created the CBS pilots Family Business in 2001 and an untitled family comedy in 2002, both of which were written with Cherry, and were co-executive producers on CBS' Some of My Best Friends, on which Cherry was an executive producer/writer.
Murphy and Pardee also have served as co-executive producers on ABC's Bob Patterson, also from ABC Studios (then Touchstone Television), and were supervising producers on CBS' Cybill and NBC's The Jeff Foxworthy Show.
They are repped by Paradigm and attorney Michael Gendler.
Murphy and Pardee have been serving as co-executive producers and writers on the series, a production of ABC Studios. The writing team, longtime friends of Housewives creator/executive producer Marc Cherry, have been with the show -- which is heading into its fourth season in the fall -- from the start.
Along with Cherry, the duo will executive produce alongside George W. Perkins and recently upped Bob Daily.
Before Housewives, Pardee and Murphy worked with Cherry on several series, including the mid-'90s Fox comedy The Crew, which the duo co-created and produced and on which Cherry served as writer/executive producer. The pair also co-created the CBS pilots Family Business in 2001 and an untitled family comedy in 2002, both of which were written with Cherry, and were co-executive producers on CBS' Some of My Best Friends, on which Cherry was an executive producer/writer.
Murphy and Pardee also have served as co-executive producers on ABC's Bob Patterson, also from ABC Studios (then Touchstone Television), and were supervising producers on CBS' Cybill and NBC's The Jeff Foxworthy Show.
They are repped by Paradigm and attorney Michael Gendler.
- 6/18/2007
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
TBS has given a pilot script order to a half-hour comedy from Bill Engvall, one of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour comedians, and veteran TV writer Michael Leeson. Engvall also would star in the untitled project, portraying the father at the center of the family comedy. The project would be multicamera and shot in front of a live audience, which would mark a first for TBS. Engvall and Leeson are writing the script. They also would executive produce the project with Engvall's manager, J.P. Williams. Engvall co-starred in Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie and its sequels as well as the sketch-comedy series Blue Collar TV. He also appeared on fellow Blue Collar comedian Jeff Foxworthy's comedy series The Jeff Foxworthy Show. Engvall next appears on the big screen in Delta Farce.
- 10/5/2006
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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