Gary Belkin

Gary Belkin
BornApril 24, 1926 or 1927
The Bronx, New York, U.S.
DiedJuly 28, 2005
West Hollywood, California, U.S.
OccupationTelevision writer
Years active1954–1996

Gary Belkin (April 24, 1926[1] or 1927[2] – July 28, 2005) was an American television writer. He won two Primetime Emmy Awards and was nominated for six more in the category Outstanding Writing for his work on the television programs Caesar's Hour, The Danny Kaye Show, The Doris Mary Anne Kappelhoff Special, The Carol Burnett Show and The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.[3] Reportedly, Belkin also wrote some of Muhammad Ali's "lesser doggerel."[4]

References

  1. ^ Martin, Douglas (August 4, 2005). "Gary Belkin, 79, Dies; Wrote Comedy for TV Variety Shows". The New York Times. Retrieved January 28, 2024.
  2. ^ "Gary Belkin". Online Archive of California. Retrieved January 28, 2024.
  3. ^ "Gary Belkin". Television Academy. Retrieved January 28, 2024.
  4. ^ Margolick, David (2025). When Caesar Was King (First ed.). New York: Schochen Books. p. 198. ISBN 9780805242553.


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