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Phil Sharp

1911 – 1980

American screenwriter

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About Phil Sharp

Lived 1911 – 1980 (aged 68–69). Phil Sharp was an American screenwriter.

Phil Sharp (1911 – 1980) was an American producer and screenwriter. He won a Primetime Emmy Award and was nominated for another one in the category Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series, for his work on the television programs, The Phil Silvers Show and All in the Family. Sharp died of a heart attack in 1980.

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Important facts

Born
1911
Birth century
Died
1980
Occupation
Nationality
Awards
Emmy Award; Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series

Family & relationships

Spouse
Barbara Avedon

People in Phil Sharp's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Phil Sharp's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Phil Sharp?

American screenwriter

When was Phil Sharp born?

Phil Sharp was born in 1911.

When did Phil Sharp die?

Phil Sharp died in 1980.

What was Phil Sharp's occupation?

Phil Sharp was a screenwriter.

What nationality was Phil Sharp?

Phil Sharp was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Phil Sharp

· Wikidata: Q7182398

· DBpedia: Phil Sharp (screenwriter)

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