The co-creator of the famous animated show, Simpsons died on Sunday after a long battle with colon cancer. He was known for directing and nurturing the ‘Simpsons’ show.
Sam Simon, who died at the age of 59, was the founder of the Sam Simon Foundation. His foundation rescued dogs, offered them with shelter then trained them to help the disabled. After stints writing for “Taxi,” ”Cheers” and “The Tracey Ullman Show,” Simon helped launch “The Simpsons” in 1989. (CBSNEWS)
He was born in June 6 1955 in Los Angeles, California. He first worked as a newspaper cartoonist and after graduating became a storyboard artist. After stints writing for “Taxi,” ”Cheers” and “The Tracey Ullman Show,” Simon helped launch “The Simpsons” in 1989. (CBSNEWS). In 1993 he left the show negotiating a pay-off which earned him millions every year.
The Simpsons is an American Adult animated sitcom. It is a satirical depiction of a middle class American lifestyle. Since its debut, the Simpsons have broadcasted 568 episodes. (Wikipedia).
Simon won nine Primetime Emmy Awards for his Television work.
