Born Name:  Lew Schneider

Born Date:  July 18, 1961

Born Place:  Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Occupations:  Actor, comedian, producer, writer

Brief Biography:  Lew Schneider is most celebrated for his extensive behind-the-scenes work on iconic sitcoms, most notably serving as an executive producer and writer for Everybody Loves Raymond, which earned him two Primetime Emmy Awards. Discovered his passion for performing as a member of Penn's renowned Mask & Wig comedy troupe.

Stand-Up and Early TV Career:
Before transitioning into writing, Schneider was a prominent face on television and the club circuit during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Game Show Host: Landed his first major TV role in 1989 hosting the Nickelodeon game show Make the Grade.
Stand-Up: Performed routines across the country, securing a spot on HBO’s One Night Stand in 1992 and making appearances on Comedy Central's Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist.
On-Screen Acting: Starred as a main cast member in the 1990s Fox sitcom Down the Shore and the comedy series Wish You Were Here.

Major Writing and Producing Credits:
Schneider eventually shifted focus to writing and producing, developing a massive footprint in primetime television.
Everybody Loves Raymond: Joined the powerhouse comedy team as a writer and rose to executive producer, contributing to its nine-year run.
Men of a Certain Age: Served as a writer and producer for the critically acclaimed TNT drama-comedy, which earned him a prestigious Peabody Award in 2010.
The Goldbergs: Worked extensively as a director, writer, and co-executive producer for the long-running ABC retro sitcom.
Other Work: Wrote and produced for shows like American Dad!, The New Adventures of Old Christine, The John Larroquette Show, and The Naked Truth.