Mike Milligan Dead: Writer and Producer of 'The Jeffersons' Was 77

Story by Jack Dunn

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Legendary TV writer and producer Mike Milligan, known for his work on iconic sitcoms like 'The Jeffersons,' has passed away at the age of 77.

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Milligan was a pioneering figure in the TV industry, earning multiple accolades from the Writers Guild of America for his groundbreaking work.
His death from acute respiratory failure marks the end of an era, leaving a significant void in the landscape of classic American comedy.

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Mike Milligan, Writers Guild of America, The Jeffersons, All in the Family