Barney Rosenzweig
Screenwriter and producer of major TV series
Born
December 23rd, 1937
87 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in television production, contributed significantly to notable series throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Founded the production company R&R Productions. Produced the successful series 'Cagney & Lacey', which ran from 1981 to 1988 and focused on the lives of two female detectives. Served as an executive producer for 'The Cavanaughs' and 'The Bronx Zoo', both of which gained attention during their original broadcasts.
Produced 'Cagney & Lacey'
Produced 'The Cavanaughs'
Produced 'The Bronx Zoo'
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