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Johnnie Mortimer

1931 – 1992

British television scriptwriter

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Lived 1931 – 1992 (aged 61). Johnnie Mortimer was a British composer and screenwriter.

John Edward Mortimer (2 July 1930 – 2 September 1992) was a British scriptwriter for British TV whose work, along with creative writing partner Brian Cooke, also served as inspiration for American television projects.

Career John Edward Mortimer was born in Clare, Suffolk, in 1930. He started out as a cartoonist, which brought him into contact with his writing partner Brian Cooke. Mortimer later wrote series for radio such as The Men from the Ministry and Round the Horne, before writing many TV situation comedies including Foreign Affairs, Father, Dear Father, Man About the House, Never the Twain, Robin's Nest and George and Mildred, often working in partnership with Cooke. Versions of Man about the House, George & Mildred and Robin's Nest were later adapted as Three's Company, The Ropers and Three's A Crowd respectively.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Johnnie Mortimer?

British television scriptwriter (1931–1992)

When was Johnnie Mortimer born?

Johnnie Mortimer was born on 2 July 1931 in England.

When did Johnnie Mortimer die?

Johnnie Mortimer died on 2 September 1992 in England.

What was Johnnie Mortimer's occupation?

Johnnie Mortimer was a composer and screenwriter.

What nationality was Johnnie Mortimer?

Johnnie Mortimer was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Johnnie Mortimer

· Wikidata: Q3182836

· DBpedia: Johnnie Mortimer

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