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Kim Bass (born February 16, 1956) [1] is an American film and television writer, director, and producer.

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Early life

Bass was born in Utica, New York [1] to father C.W. Bass. He has one brother, Kyle, and four sisters. [2]

He graduated in 1974 from Notre Dame Junior Senior High School. [3] [4]

Career

Bass' television work includes creating Sister, Sister and writing on In Living Color . [5] Bass also created the Nickelodeon sitcom Kenan & Kel . [6] [7] His film credits include the movie Junkyard Dog starring Vivica A. Fox and Kill Speed . [8] [9]

Bass is one of the founders of the independent production company Bass Entertainment Pictures. [9]

Filmography

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