Bob Brunner
American screenwriter and film producer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Robert Brunner (August 3, 1934 – October 28, 2012) was an American screenwriter, film producer, and television producer. He frequently collaborated in film and television with Garry Marshall, the creator of Happy Days.[1][2][3] Brunner is credited with creating the "Fonzie" nickname for Henry Winkler's character, Arthur Fonzarelli, on Happy Days.[1] He also created one of Fonzie's key catchphrases, "Sit on it."[1]
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Born | Robert Brunner (1934-08-03)August 3, 1934 New York City, New York, U.S. |
Died | October 28, 2012(2012-10-28) (aged 78) Northridge, California, U.S. |
Occupation(s) | Screenwriter, film producer, television producer |
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