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Bill Odenkirk

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Bill Odenkirk

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Born October 13, 1965Age 61

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Bill Odenkirk is an American comedy writer and producer who worked on Mr. Show with Bob and David, the sketch series led by his brother Bob Odenkirk and David Cross. He contributed as a writer, producer, and performer to the show’s interconnected sketches.

Odenkirk’s other television writing includes Tenacious D, Futurama, The Simpsons, and Disenchantment. Before his comedy career, he earned a doctorate in chemistry from the University of Chicago. His work across live-action sketches and animated series combines ensemble writing with longer-form comic stories and character development.

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