Tim Kring
Screenwriter and producer, 'Heroes'
Born
July 9th, 1957
67 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1957, this American screenwriter and producer gained recognition for creating the television series 'Heroes', which debuted in 2006 and garnered a dedicated fanbase. The series followed a group of individuals with extraordinary abilities as they navigated their powers and interconnected lives. It received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series. In addition to 'Heroes', this screenwriter created the series 'Touch', which aired in 2012 and starred Kiefer Sutherland. Throughout a career in the television industry, this individual also served as a writer and producer on various projects, showcasing talent in storytelling and character development.
Created the TV series 'Heroes'
Produced 'Touch'
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