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Jessurun James Oppenheimer (November 11, 1913 – December 27, 1988) was an American radio and television writer, producer, and director. He was the producer and head writer of the CBS sitcom I Love Lucy .
Jess Oppenheimer was the creator, producer, and head writer of I Love Lucy (1951), the classic sitcom starring Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. He also wrote for radio shows, produced TV specials, and worked with many Hollywood stars and legends.
- November 11, 1913
- December 27, 1988
Jess Oppenheimer was a prolific and influential comedy writer, producer, and creator who worked on radio and TV shows from the 1930s to the 1960s. He is best known for his collaboration with Lucille Ball on My Favorite Husband and I Love Lucy, and for his innovative TV specials at NBC.
- Writer, Producer, Music Department
- November 11, 1913
- Jess Oppenheimer
- December 27, 1988
Dec 29, 1988 · Jess Oppenheimer, who created one of TV’s most popular shows, “I Love Lucy,” died of heart failure Tuesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He was 75.
Dec 30, 1988 · Jess Oppenheimer, a radio and television producer, director and writer who helped create one of television's most successful situation comedies, ''I Love Lucy,'' died of heart failure on Tuesday...
Jun 16, 2022 · Learn how Jess Oppenheimer, a Jewish writer with a vision problem and a difficult childhood, created the most popular sitcom of all time. Read his memoir, interviews and insights on comedy, friendship and life.
Jun 16, 2022 · Jess Oppenheimer was the creator, head writer and producer of the legendary sitcom "I Love Lucy". Learn about his life, his memoir and his legacy in this cover story by Tabby Refael.
