Jerry Katzman
1937–2026Jerry Katzman was a talent agency executive who served as president of William Morris and packaged major television series.
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Jerry Katzman, the son of a producer known for Elvis Presley movies, spent three decades at the William Morris talent agency, rising to the position of president. During his tenure he was instrumental in packaging and promoting some of television's most iconic sitcoms and dramas, including The Cosby Show, Roseanne, Murphy Brown, and The Fresh Prince of Bel‑Air. His work helped shape the careers of numerous actors, writers, and producers, cementing his reputation as a key behind‑the‑scenes figure in the entertainment industry. Katzman died in 2026 at the age of 89, leaving a legacy of influential programming and a lasting impact on talent representation.
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