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Eddie Gorodetsky
Eddie Gorodetsky is a television writer and television producer, producer. His credits include ''Desert Bus'', ''Two and a Half Men'', ''Dharma & Greg'', ''The Fresh Prince of Bel Air'', ''The Big Bang Theory'', ''Saturday Night Live'', ''SCTV Network 90'', and ''Late Night with David Letterman''. He has been nominated for six Emmy Awards, winning one.Dougherty, StevThe Santa Claus of Christmas Songs''Wall Street Journal'' April 1, 2015 He was working at WBCN (FM), WBCN in Boston when he was discovered by the producers of ''Second City Television''. He has made Christmas compilations for over 20 years which he sends to friends and family which feature rare and obscure songs from a variety of genres. He released one commercially in the early 1990s: ''Christmas Party with Eddie G.'' He also produced Bob Dylan's weekly radio series, ''Theme Time Radio Hour'', and appeared in Paul Provenza and Penn Jillette's documentary ''The Aristocrats (film), The Aristocrats''. Gorodetsky's assoc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Television Writer
A screenwriter (also called scriptwriter, scribe, or scenarist) is a person who practices the craft of writing for visual mass media, known as screenwriting. These can include short films, feature-length films, television programs, television commercials, video games, and the growing area of online web series. Terminology In the silent era, screenwriters were denoted by terms such as photoplaywright, photoplay writer, photoplay dramatist, and screen playwright.Maras, Steven. ''Screenwriting: History, Theory and Practice'', Wallflower Press, 2009, pp. 82–85. Screenwriting historian Steven Maras notes that these early writers were often understood as being the authors of the films as shown, and argues that they could not be precisely equated with present-day screenwriters because they were responsible for a technical product, a brief "Film scenario, scenario", "treatment", or "synopsis" that is a written synopsis of what is to be filmed. Profession Screenwriting is a contra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Penn Jillette
Penn Fraser Jillette (born March 5, 1955) is an American Magic (illusion), magician, actor, comedian, musician, inventor, television presenter, and author, best known for his work with fellow magician Teller (magician), Teller as half of the team Penn & Teller. The duo has been featured in numerous stage and television shows, such as ''Penn & Teller: Fool Us'' and ''Penn & Teller: Bullshit!'', and is as of 2024 headlining in Las Vegas at The Rio. Jillette serves as the act's orator and raconteur. Jillette has published eight books, including the ''New York Times'' Bestseller, ''God, No!, God, No!: Signs You May Already Be an Atheist and Other Magical Tales''. He is also known for his advocacy of atheism, scientific skepticism, the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, First Amendment, as well as previously identifying as a libertarianism, libertarian, a position he disavowed in 2020. Early life Jillette was born in Greenfield, Massachusetts. His mother, Valda Rudo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage
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Bob Hearts Abishola
''Bob Hearts Abishola'' (stylized as BOB❤️ABISHOLA) is an American television sitcom created by Chuck Lorre, Eddie Gorodetsky, Al Higgins, and Gina Yashere that ran on CBS from September 23, 2019, to May 6, 2024, lasting five seasons and 95 episodes. It stars Billy Gardell and Folake Olowofoyeku as the respective titular characters, with Christine Ebersole, Matt Jones, Maribeth Monroe, Shola Adewusi, Barry Shabaka Henley, Travis Wolfe Jr., Vernee Watson, Bayo Akinfemi, Anthony Okungbowa, Saidah Arrika Ekulona, and Yashere in supporting roles. In February 2021, the series was renewed for a third season, which premiered on September 20, 2021. In January 2022, the series was renewed for a fourth season, which premiered on September 19, 2022. In January 2023, the series was renewed for a fifth season which premiered on February 12, 2024. However, eleven of the show's thirteen main cast members were downgraded to recurring, and would likely return for only five episodes apie ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
According To Jim
''According to Jim'' is an American sitcom television series starring Jim Belushi in the title role as a suburban father of three children (and then five children, starting with the seventh season finale). It originally ran on American Broadcasting Company, ABC from October 3, 2001, to June 2, 2009. Synopsis Jim is a happy-go-lucky suburban father. Much like his real-life counterpart, Jim's character is a fan of blues music, as well as the Chicago Bears, Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks. Together with his wife Cheryl, they have three children, daughters Ruby and Gracie and son Kyle. In the seventh season they become parents of twin boys Gordon and Jonathan. Jim often finds himself in difficult situations, because his slacker sensibilities cause him to search for alternative ways to get things done with less effort. Jim is very cheap, selfish, rude and arrogant. While Cheryl's brother Andy is Jim's best friend/brother-in-law and her sister Dana frequently t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dharma %26 Greg
''Dharma & Greg'' is an American television sitcom that originally aired on ABC for five seasons from September 24, 1997, to April 30, 2002, with a total of 119 episodes. The show starred Jenna Elfman and Thomas Gibson as Dharma and Greg Montgomery, a couple who married on their first date despite being polar opposites. The series was co-produced by Chuck Lorre Productions, More-Medavoy Productions and 4 to 6 Foot Productions in association with 20th Century Fox Television. The show's theme song was written and performed by composer Dennis C. Brown. Created by executive producers Dottie Dartland and Chuck Lorre, the comedy took much of its inspiration from culture-clash "fish out of water" situations. The show earned eight Golden Globe nominations, six Emmy Award nominations, and six Satellite Award nominations. Elfman earned a Golden Globe in 1999 for Best Actress. Show summary Free-spirited yoga instructor/dog trainer Dharma Finkelstein and straight-laced lawyer Greg ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brotherly Love (1995 TV Series)
''Brotherly Love'' is an American sitcom television series that ran from September 16, 1995, to April 1, 1996, on NBC, and then moved to The WB, where it aired from September 15, 1996, until May 18, 1997. The series was created by Jonathan Schmock and Jim Vallely, and produced by Witt/Thomas Productions in association with Touchstone Television (season 1) and Walt Disney Television (season 2). The primary focus of the series is on the relationship of three brothers, played by real-life brothers Joey Lawrence, Matthew Lawrence, and Andrew Lawrence. Characters Main * Joey Lawrence as Joe Roman * Matthew Lawrence as Matt Roman, Joe's younger paternal half-brother * Andrew Lawrence as Andy Roman, Joe's younger paternal half-brother * Michael McShane as Lloyd Burwell * Liz Vassey as Louise Davis * Melinda Culea as Claire Roman, Joe's stepmother Supporting * Rebecca Herbst as Kristin * Karl David-Djerf as Silent Jim Episodes Series overview Season 1 (1995–96) S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air
''The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'' is an American television sitcom created by Andy and Susan Borowitz that aired on NBC from September 10, 1990, to May 20, 1996. The series stars Will Smith as a fictionalized version of himself, a street-smart teenager born and raised in West Philadelphia who is sent to live with his wealthy uncle and aunt in Bel-Air, Los Angeles, where his lifestyle often clashes with that of his upper-class relatives. ''The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'' was a hit for NBC, running for 148 episodes over six seasons. Smith and James Avery were the only actors who appeared in each episode. The series was Smith's star vehicle into television and film. A reunion special/retrospective reuniting the surviving cast debuted on HBO Max in November 2020. A more dramatic reimagining of the series, titled '' Bel-Air'' and based on the fan film of the same name, received a two-season order for Peacock, and was released on February 13, 2022. Summary The theme song and o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Animated Series
''The'' is a grammatical article in English, denoting nouns that are already or about to be mentioned, under discussion, implied or otherwise presumed familiar to listeners, readers, or speakers. It is the definite article in English. ''The'' is the most frequently used word in the English language; studies and analyses of texts have found it to account for seven percent of all printed English-language words. It is derived from gendered articles in Old English which combined in Middle English and now has a single form used with nouns of any gender. The word can be used with both singular and plural nouns, and with a noun that starts with any letter. This is different from many other languages, which have different forms of the definite article for different genders or numbers. Pronunciation In most dialects, "the" is pronounced as (with the voiced dental fricative followed by a schwa) when followed by a consonant sound, and as (homophone of the archaic pronoun ''thee'') ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vinnie %26 Bobby
''Vinnie & Bobby'' is an American television sitcom that aired on Fox from May 30 to July 11, 1992. The series is a spin-off of the 1991 sitcom ''Top of the Heap'', which was itself a spin-off of '' Married... with Children''. Series star Matt LeBlanc played the character of Vinnie Verducci on all three shows, as did Joey Lauren Adams as Mona Mullins, although she only appeared in the backdoor pilot of the ''Married... with Children'' episode. As of November 2020, Canadian residents can stream the series on CTV's website. Premise Set in Chicago, Illinois, the series centers on Vinnie Verducci (Matt LeBlanc), a construction worker, and his roommate, Bobby Grazzo (Robert Torti) who share the same apartment Vinnie and his father once shared. Vinnie's father Charlie (Joseph Bologna) has apparently moved away, Vinnie's cat Mr. Fluffy has disappeared, and Bobby is moving his way in and has gotten Vinnie a job at a construction site. Others shown were Mona Mullins (Joey Lauren Adams), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ALF Tales
''ALF Tales'' is a 30-minute Saturday morning animated series that aired on NBC from September 10, 1988, to December 9, 1989. The show is a spin-off of '' ALF: The Animated Series'' that featured characters from that series playing various characters from fairy tales. The fairy tale parody was usually altered for comedic effect in a manner akin to Jay Ward's " Fractured Fairy Tales". The episodes were performed in the style of a resident theater company or ensemble cast where Gordon and Rhonda would take the leading male and female roles, and the other characters were cast according to their characteristics. Many stories spoof a film genre, such as the "Cinderella" episode which is presented like an Elvis Presley film. Some episodes featured a "fourth wall" effect where Gordon is backstage preparing for the episode, and Rob Cowan would appear drawn as a TV executive (who introduced himself as "Roger Cowan, network executive") who tries to brief Gordon on how to improve th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mom (TV Series)
''Mom'' is an American television situation comedy, situational comedy-drama created by Chuck Lorre, Eddie Gorodetsky and Gemma Baker for CBS. The series was broadcast for eight seasons from September 23, 2013, to May 13, 2021. Set in Napa, California, it follows dysfunctional mother/daughter duo Bonnie and Christy Plunkett, who, after having been estranged for years while both struggled with addiction, attempt to pull their lives together by trying to stay sober. It stars Anna Faris and Allison Janney, with Mimi Kennedy, Jaime Pressly, Beth Hall, William Fichtner, Sadie Calvano, Blake Garrett Rosenthal, Matt Jones (actor), Matt Jones, French Stewart and Kristen Johnston in supporting roles. The series was filmed in front of a live audience and produced by Chuck Lorre Productions and Warner Bros. Television. It received acclaim from critics and audiences for the writing and performances (particularly Janney's), as well as for addressing real-life issues such as: alcoholism, drug ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
