Leonard Ripps
Birth Name:
Leonard Ripps
Profession
Writer, Producer, Script department
Fast Facts
- Started out as a writer on the TV series "Van Dyke and Company" in 1976
- Best known as the writer of the original short film "Frankenweenie," on which the 2012 remake was based
- Was also the writer and producer of several episodes of "Full House" and the writer of the 1978 TV movie "The Star Wars Holiday Special․"
Awards
- 1977Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Writing in a Comedy-Variety or Music Series:Nominated
- 1995Razzie Award - Worst Screenplay:Winner