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Unveiling the Hidden Fortune of Stephen J. Cannell: A Look into the Net Worth of a Television Legend
Stephen J. Cannell
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Stephen Joseph Cannell (; February 5, 1941 – September 30, 2010) was an American television producer, writer, novelist, actor, and founder of Cannell Entertainment (formerly Stephen J. Cannell Productions) and The Cannell Studios. After starting his career as a television screenwriter, Cannell created or co-created several dozen successful TV series from the 1970s to the 1990s, often with his creative partner Frank Lupo. Cannell's creations include The Rockford Files, The A-Team, Renegade, The Greatest American Hero, 21 Jump Street, Hunter, and The Commish. He also wrote novels, notably the Shane Scully mystery series.
Career
- 1941Born
- 1978Won Primetime Emmy Award
- 1980Won Writers Guild of America Award for Television: Episodic Drama
- 1994Won Shamus Award
- 2005Won The Life Career Award
- 2010Passed away
- Won star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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- •Place of birth: Los Angeles
- •Citizenship: United States
- •Known as: screenwriter, actor, film director, film producer
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Shout! Factory Acquires Rights To Stephen J. Cannell’s 900-Hour Strong TV And Movie Library
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