James L. Brooks

James L. Brooks

85 · Born: May 9, 1940

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornMay 9, 1940 Brooklyn, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Jennifer Simchowitz

    ( Nov 24, 2024 to Dec 9, 2025 )
  • Holly Holmberg Brooks

    ( Jul 23, 1978 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Marianne Catherine Morrissey

    ( Jul 7, 1964 to Mar 1, 1972 )

Biography

James L. Brooks, a renowned writer and producer, entered this world on May 9, 1940, in the vibrant city of Brooklyn, New York, USA. He is widely recognized for his outstanding work on numerous films, including the critically acclaimed Broadcast News, released in 1987, the heartwarming As Good as It Gets, which premiered in 1997, and the poignant Terms of Endearment, which debuted in 1983.

Throughout his illustrious career, James L. Brooks has been blessed with three loving marriages. His current spouse, Jennifer Simchowitz, became his partner in life on November 24, 2024. Prior to their union, he was married to the lovely Holly Holmberg Brooks and the charming Marianne Catherine Morrissey.

Career

1985
Lost in America
Lost in America as Party Guest (uncredited)
1981
1979
Real Life
Real Life as Driving Evaluator
2012
2007
1980
1979
1978
Cindy
Cindy as Writer
1974
2025
Ella McCay
Ella McCay as Director, Writer
2010
How Do You Know
How Do You Know as Director, Writer
2004
Spanglish
Spanglish as Director, Writer
1997
As Good as It Gets
As Good as It Gets as Director, Screenplay
1994
I'll Do Anything
I'll Do Anything as Director, Writer
1987
Broadcast News
Broadcast News as Director, Screenplay
1983
Terms of Endearment
Terms of Endearment as Director, Screenplay
1987
The Tracey Ullman Show
The Tracey Ullman Show as Creator, Writer
1979
1978
Taxi
Taxi as Creator
1977
Lou Grant
Lou Grant as Creator, Writer
1974
Rhoda
Rhoda as Creator
1969
Room 222
Room 222 as Creator