James Lee

James Lee

Deceased · Born: Jan 4, 1923 · Died: Jul 2, 2002

Personal Details

BornJan 4, 1923 Pleasant Ridge, Michigan, USA

Biography

James Lee, a renowned writer and producer, entered this world on January 4, 1923, in the picturesque town of Pleasant Ridge, Michigan, USA. As he grew older, his passion for storytelling and creative expression only intensified, eventually leading him to make a lasting impact in the world of television.

Throughout his illustrious career, James Lee was responsible for bringing numerous iconic productions to life, including the esteemed Omnibus series, which premiered in 1952, as well as the groundbreaking miniseries Roots, which aired in 1977, and the equally acclaimed Rafferty, also released in 1977.

In his personal life, James Lee was deeply devoted to his loving wife, Neva Patterson, with whom he shared a beautiful bond. Despite the demands of his profession, he always prioritized his family and the people who mattered most to him.

Sadly, James Lee's time on this earth came to an end on July 2, 2002, when he passed away in Santa Monica, California, USA. Though his physical presence may be gone, his enduring legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched and the timeless works he created.

Career

1980
Scruples
Scruples as Writer
1977
Roots
Roots as Screenplay
1969
Change of Habit
Change of Habit as Screenplay
1967
Banning
Banning as Writer
Counterpoint
Counterpoint as Screenplay
1965
1959
Career
Career as Screenplay