Jay Sommers

Jay Sommers

CountryUnited States United States
GenderMale
BirthdayJan. 3, 1917
Death1985-09-25
BiographyJay Sommers (January 3, 1917 – September 25, 1985) was an American producer, director and comedy writer whose career spanned four decades. He wrote more than 90 television comedy episodes, produced 63, and was creator and producer of the Green Acres television show. He also wrote for and executive produced Petticoat Junction during its second and third seasons, and also worked for The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.

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Part of Crew

Green Acres
Ended

Green Acres

as Creator
Petticoat Junction
Ended

Petticoat Junction

as Executive Producer

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