Tony Geiss was a prolific American screenwriter and songwriter born on November 16, 1924 in New York. He is best known for his work on children's television shows and films, such as Sesame Street and The Land Before Time. His work has been highly praised and has had a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $2 Million (2024)
About
Particularly remembered for his screenwriting and songwriting work on children's television shows and films, he made major contributions to both Sesame Street and The Land Before Time.
Before Fame
He studied at Cornell University and briefly served in the United States Navy.
Trivia
He wrote the teleplay for a 1991 TV movie version of Beatrix Potter's The Tale of Peter Rabbit.
Family Life
Born to Marjorie and Alexander Geiss, he spent his youth in New York City. He and his wife of six-decades, Phyllis Eisen, died just one year apart.
Associated With
He was on the writing and production teams for the 1986 Steven Spielberg feature An American Tail.