Jerry Katzman, Former William Morris President, Dies at 89

By Tanya Fedak

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Jerry Katzman, a former William Morris president and television packager for series such as “Roseanne” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” died on Aug. 9. He was 89.

Katzman helped shape modern television with his work in television packaging and bringing series to the screen, contributing to the success of shows such as “The Cosby Show” and “Murphy Brown.” He first joined William Morris in business affairs before rising to the head of worldwide television, then to president and vice chairman. 

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