About John Guedel
Lived 1913 – 2001 (aged 88). John Guedel was an American film producer, screenwriter and television producer, known for House Party (radio and TV show), People Are Funny and The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.
John Guedel (October 9, 1913 – December 14, 2001) was an American radio and television producer who co-created and produced Art Linkletter's and Groucho Marx's most important and successful broadcast properties, including You Bet Your Life, House Party and People Are Funny. He also created The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet and is sometimes credited with the first singing radio commercial in 1937.
Earlier in his career, he wrote for Hal Roach Studios, including work on the Laurel and Hardy and Our Gang series. It preceded his House Party show during 1959–1960 but lasted only one season.
Personal life In 1957–1959 he was married to actress Helen Parrish.
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Who was John Guedel?
American television producer (1913–2001)
When was John Guedel born?
John Guedel was born on 9 October 1913 in Portland.
When did John Guedel die?
John Guedel died on 14 December 2001 in Los Angeles.
What was John Guedel's occupation?
John Guedel was a film producer, screenwriter and television producer.
What was John Guedel known for?
John Guedel was known for House Party (radio and TV show), People Are Funny, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet and You Bet Your Life.
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John Guedel was American.
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