Stephen J. Cannell
American television producer and writer (1941–2010) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Stephen Joseph Cannell (/ˈkænəl/; February 5, 1941 – September 30, 2010) was an American television producer, writer, novelist, occasional actor, and founder of Cannell Entertainment (formerly Stephen J. Cannell Productions) and The Cannell Studios.
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Born | Stephen Joseph Cannell (1941-02-05)February 5, 1941 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Died | September 30, 2010(2010-09-30) (aged 69) Pasadena, California, U.S. |
Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Hollywood Hills) |
Education | University of Oregon (BS) |
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Years active | 1968–2010 |
Known for | Founder of The Cannell Studios |
Spouse |
Marcia Cannell (m. 1964) |
Children | 4, including Tawnia |
Awards | Emmy Awards |
Website | cannell |
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After starting his career as a television screenwriter, Cannell created or co-created several dozen successful TV series from the 1970s to the 1990s, often with his creative partner Frank Lupo. Cannell's creations include The Rockford Files, The A-Team, Renegade, The Greatest American Hero, 21 Jump Street, and The Commish. He also wrote novels, notably the Shane Scully mystery series.