Emmy-winning author Gene Perret, who wrote for “The Carol Burnett Show” in addition to for Bob Hope, has died aged 85.
His daughter, Linda Perret, told The Hollywood Reporter that her beloved dad died on Nov. 15 of liver failure at his home in Westlake Village, Calif.
Throughout his glittering profession, Perret was a treasured author at “The Carol Burnett Show” — for which he won three Emmys for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy-Variety or Music Series, in 1974, 1975, and 1978.
His star status propelled him to major fame amongst Hollywood locals, and he later wrote for “All within the Family,” “Welcome Back,” “Kotter,” and “Three’s Company.”
In response to his website, Perret wrote jokes for Phyllis Diller, Bob Hope, Carol Burnett, Bill Cosby, and Tim Conway — to call just a few. He served as Hope’s head author from 1969 until the comedian retired.
During a profession spanning five many years, Perret also tried his hand at writing books which ended up contributing immensely to his success. He ended up writing over 45 books on comedy, and later contributed to several well-known publications.
Talking to The Author in 2016, Perret was asked how he determined if what he saw on the page in front of him was good material.
“You actually don’t,” he told the outlet. “Comedy writers depend upon a humorousness and experience to find out what’s funny. But mainly, we’re only guessing.”
“Over and over a joke that you just love is rejected by the client or the remainder of the writing staff. Writers must go along with their instincts, but ultimately it’s the audience that determines what’s funny,” he added.
Perret is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joanne, and youngsters Joe, Terry, Carole, and Linda. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Emmy-winning author Gene Perret, who wrote for “The Carol Burnett Show” in addition to for Bob Hope, has died aged 85.
His daughter, Linda Perret, told The Hollywood Reporter that her beloved dad died on Nov. 15 of liver failure at his home in Westlake Village, Calif.
Throughout his glittering profession, Perret was a treasured author at “The Carol Burnett Show” — for which he won three Emmys for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy-Variety or Music Series, in 1974, 1975, and 1978.
His star status propelled him to major fame amongst Hollywood locals, and he later wrote for “All within the Family,” “Welcome Back,” “Kotter,” and “Three’s Company.”
In response to his website, Perret wrote jokes for Phyllis Diller, Bob Hope, Carol Burnett, Bill Cosby, and Tim Conway — to call just a few. He served as Hope’s head author from 1969 until the comedian retired.
During a profession spanning five many years, Perret also tried his hand at writing books which ended up contributing immensely to his success. He ended up writing over 45 books on comedy, and later contributed to several well-known publications.
Talking to The Author in 2016, Perret was asked how he determined if what he saw on the page in front of him was good material.
“You actually don’t,” he told the outlet. “Comedy writers depend upon a humorousness and experience to find out what’s funny. But mainly, we’re only guessing.”
“Over and over a joke that you just love is rejected by the client or the remainder of the writing staff. Writers must go along with their instincts, but ultimately it’s the audience that determines what’s funny,” he added.
Perret is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joanne, and youngsters Joe, Terry, Carole, and Linda. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
