Jerry Davis
American director, producer and screenwriter
About Jerry Davis
Lived 1917 – 1991 (aged 73). Jerry Davis was an American screenwriter, television director and television producer.
Jerome L. Davis (September 26, 1917 – April 11, 1991) was an American director, producer and screenwriter. He was nominated for five Primetime Emmy Awards in the categories Outstanding Writing, Outstanding Comedy Series and Outstanding New Series for his work on the television programs The Farmer's Daughter, Bewitched and The Odd Couple. Davis died in April 1991 of a stroke at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California.
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Who was Jerry Davis?
American director, producer and screenwriter
When was Jerry Davis born?
Jerry Davis was born on 26 September 1917.
When did Jerry Davis die?
Jerry Davis died on 11 April 1991 in Los Angeles, California.
What was Jerry Davis's occupation?
Jerry Davis was a screenwriter, television director and television producer.
What nationality was Jerry Davis?
Jerry Davis was American.
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