Bob Brunner

Bob Brunner
Born
Robert Brunner

(1934-08-03)August 3, 1934
New York City, New York, U.S.
DiedOctober 28, 2012(2012-10-28) (aged 78)
Northridge, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)Screenwriter, film producer, television producer

Robert Brunner (August 3, 1934 – October 28, 2012) was an American screenwriter, film producer, and television producer. He frequently collaborated in film and television with Garry Marshall, the creator of Happy Days.[1][2][3] Brunner is credited with creating the "Fonzie" nickname for Henry Winkler's character, Arthur Fonzarelli, on Happy Days.[1] He also created one of Fonzie's key catchphrases, "Sit on it."[1]

  1. ^ a b c "Bob Brunner, 'Happy Days' writer, dies". Variety. November 8, 2012. Retrieved November 27, 2012.
  2. ^ "Bob Brunner, 'Happy Days' writer and producer, dies aged 78". Digital Spy. November 7, 2012. Retrieved November 27, 2012.
  3. ^ Barnes, Mike (November 7, 2012). "'Happy Days' Writer-Producer Bob Brunner Dies at 78". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved November 27, 2012.