David Davis (TV producer)
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David Davis (August 5, 1936 – November 4, 2022) was an American television producer and television writer. He co-created the sitcoms The Bob Newhart Show (with Lorenzo Music) and Taxi (with James L. Brooks, Stan Daniels, and Ed. Weinberger). He also wrote, produced, and developed the sitcom Rhoda, co-starring his partner Julie Kavner. He also wrote and produced The Mary Tyler Moore Show, off of which Rhoda was spun.[1] In 1979, he won a Primetime Emmy Award for his producing work on Taxi.[2]
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David Davis | |
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Born | (1936-08-05)August 5, 1936 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
Died | November 4, 2022(2022-11-04) (aged 86) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Alma mater | University of California |
Occupation(s) | Television producer, television writer |
Years active | 1962–1994 |
Notable work | The Bob Newhart Show Taxi |
Spouse |
Joann Leeson (div. 1972) |
Partner | Julie Kavner (1976–2022) |
Children | 2 |
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