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Dottie Zicklin

b. 1964

American television writer and producer (born 1964)

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About Dottie Zicklin

Born 1964. Dottie Zicklin is a screenwriter, television producer, television director and film screenwriter.

Dottie Dartland Zicklin (born in Florida in 1964) is an American television writer and producer.

Zicklin graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1986. She is the co-creator of the sitcoms Caroline in the City, Dharma & Greg, and Are You There, Chelsea?, and has written and produced other series, including Grace Under Fire and Cybill. Her production company is called 4 to 6 Foot Productions, a reference to surfing, one of her passions.

Awards She was twice nominated for WGA Awards from the Writers Guild of America. 1999 - Nominated, WGA Award (TV) for Episodic Comedy, for Dharma & Greg episode "Pilot." Shared with Chuck Lorre. 1991 - Nominated, WGA Award (TV) for Episodic Drama, for China Beach episode "Warriors." Shared with Martin M. Goldstein and Neal Baer.

Personal Zicklin is married to fellow television producer/writer Eric Zicklin.

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Important facts

Born
1964
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Screenwriter, television producer, television director, film screenwriter
Also known as
Dottie Dartland Zicklin

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Dottie Zicklin?

American television writer and producer (born 1964)

When was Dottie Zicklin born?

Dottie Zicklin was born in 1964.

What is Dottie Zicklin's occupation?

Dottie Zicklin is a screenwriter, television producer, television director and film screenwriter.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dottie Zicklin

· Wikidata: Q21021004

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