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Alex Barnow is an American television producer and writer. He is one of the co-creators of the American television sitcom Mr. Sunshine , which he created with Matthew Perry and his partner, Marc Finek. [1] He also worked as a writer/producer for television programs including The Goldbergs , Rules of Engagement , 'Til Death , Out of Practice and Family Guy .

In 2019, Barnow became a showrunner of The Goldbergs along with producer Chris Bishop after creator Adam F. Goldberg stepped down. [2] [3]

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References

  1. Andreeva, Nellie (January 12, 2010). "Matthew Perry project a go at ABC". The Hollywood Reporter . Retrieved April 24, 2021.
  2. Thorne, Will (August 26, 2019). "The Goldbergs' Taps Chris Bishop and Alex Barnow as Season 7 Showrunners". Variety . Retrieved April 24, 2021.
  3. Andreeva, Nellie (August 26, 2019). "The Goldbergs' Creator Adam F. Goldberg Steps Down As Showrunner, Chris Bishop & Alex Barnow to Succeed Him". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved April 24, 2021.