R.I.P Sitcom Producer/Writer Marsh McCall

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Veteran comedy showrunner Marsh McCall died suddenly this morning. He was in early 50s. McCall, who was beloved in the creative community and remembered as a true gentleman, was working as co-executive producer on Netflix’s popular comedy series Fuller House at the time of his death.


McCall started as a writer on Late Night with Conan O’Brien before segueing to primetime. He worked on the NBC comedy series Just Shoot Me!, rising to co-executive producer. He co-created two series, My Big Fat Greek Life for CBS, co-created by and starring Nia Vardalos, and Twenty Good Years for NBC, starring John Lithgow and Jeffrey Tambor.

McCall also served as executive producer on ABC’s long-running comedy series Last Man Standing and most recently as co-executive producer on Netflix’s Fuller House, a sequel to the ABC sitcom Full House.


One of the show’s entry-level writers, Craig Shoemaker, posted a tribute to McCall on Facebook.

“In a world of chaotic egos, this is a man of balance, integrity, intelligence and grace, showing this newcomer to a writers room how it’s done the right way,” Shoemaker wrote. “Marsh treats others with respect and kindness, while remaining passionate and focused on the work. He’s a guide without the title, simply being genuine, engaging and funny, while still banging out the work to be done.

Marsh is one authentic, generous spirit, and now his spirit has passed on. In a state of shock right now, the day suddenly halted by profound sadness from this horrible news. The dude was multitalented too. Went to see his band a few times at a local club. It was such a cool feeling to see him express his joy through music. There is nothing like taking in an artist in the zone and on a run.

He might not be a name most will recognize, but his work has been in our homes for decades. Thank you Marsh for sharing your wisdom and gifts with the world. Paying my respects to a man I respect so very much. RIP…”

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