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James L. Brooks
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James L. Brooks

Founder · Gracie Films · born May 9, 1940

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James Lawrence Brooks is an American filmmaker. He is the founder of Gracie Films and co-created the sitcoms The Mary Tyler Moore Show and Taxi, as well as co-developed The Simpsons.

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  1. 43Received the Academy Award for Best PictureApril 9, 1984
  2. 43Received the Academy Award for Best DirectorApril 9, 1984
  3. 43Received the Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted ScreenplayApril 9, 1984
  4. ~46Founded Gracie Films1986

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