John F. Smith (writer)
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John F. Smith is a prolific and award winning American TV writer. Before Smith was fired from his co-head writer post on The Young And The Restless by its new head writer and executive producer, Lynn Marie Latham, both Alden and he were replaced by Bill Bell, the president of Bell Dramatic Serial Company and son of the late William J. Bell.
When Smith was co-EP and co-head writer, Y&R sunk to record lows to about 4.9 million viewers (Daytime TV ratings). He may be joining the writing or producing team of B&B.
[edit] Positions Held
- Associate Head Writer (1987-2002)
- Executive Storyline Consultant (2002-2003)
The Young And The Restless (about 20 years in total)
- Co-Head Writer (2002- Sept. 2006)
- Co-Executive Producer (2003 - May 12, 2006)
- Associate Head Writer (1986 - 2002)
