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Eric Monte (born Kenneth Williams; December 25, 1943) is an American screenwriter and TV series creator. He is known for his work in depicting 1970s African-American culture.
Eric Monte was a pioneer African American playwright who created characters like George Jefferson and Cooley High. He sued Norman Lear and other producers for stealing his ideas and became homeless and addicted to drugs.
- Eric Monte
- December 25, 1943
From as far back as he can remember, Eric Monte wanted to create some Black heroes. Raised in the Cabrini-Green Homes in the middle of the last century, Monte became enamored with the cowboys...
Eric Monte wrote the film based on his time at the real Cooley Vocational High School. Although he's suffered several strokes in recent years, he remembers it well. "We had fun.
Learn about Eric Monte, a former Chicago resident who created and wrote for popular 1970s sitcoms depicting African-American culture. Find out his early life, career, lawsuit, addiction and current status.
Jun 20, 2022 · Cooley High and Good Times Creator Eric Monte interviewewed by Philadelphia Inquirer's Annette John-Hall at the 2006 Black Film and Media Conference.
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Dec 19, 2006 · Eric Monte was a successful scriptwriter before falling victim to illness and drugs. Now, a new chapter begins.
