James J. Agazzi
James J. Agazzi | |
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| Born | James Joseph Agazzi October 23, 1940 Joliet, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | September 15, 2019 (aged 78) |
| Alma mater | University of California, Los Angeles |
| Occupations | Art director, production designer |
| Spouse |
David Brewer (m. 2013) |
James Joseph Agazzi (October 23, 1940 – September 15, 2019) was an American art director and production designer.
Life and career
Agazzi was born in Joliet, Illinois, the son of George Agazzi and Dorothy Kokalj. He attended the University of California, Los Angeles, earning his MFA degree in theatre arts. He worked as an art director for Bob Hope and Danny Thomas's television specials.[1]
In 1981, Agazzi was nominated for his first Primetime Emmy Award in the category Outstanding Art Direction for his work on the television program Hart to Hart. His nomination was shared with Paul Sylos and Robert Signorelli.[2] In 1989, he won an Emmy again and was nominated for six more for his work on the television programs Moonlighting, There Must Be a Pony and Liz: The Elizabeth Taylor Story.[3][4] He was a production manager.[5]
Personal life and death
In 2013, Agazzi married David Brewer. Their marriage lasted until Agazzi's death in 2019.[1]
Agazzi died on September 15, 2019, at the age of 78.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 "James Agazzi Obituary (1940-2019)". Los Angeles Times. September 21, 2019. Retrieved November 27, 2022 – via Legacy.com.
- ↑ "Outstanding Art Direction For A Series Nominees / Winners 1981". Television Academy. Retrieved November 27, 2022.
- ↑ Ryan, Scott (June 2021). Moonlighting: An Oral History. Fayetteville Mafia Press. p. 183. ISBN 9781949024272 – via Google Books.
- ↑ "James J. Agazzi". Television Academy. Retrieved November 27, 2022.
- ↑ "Variety: Danielle Steel's 'Palomino'", Variety, October 18–21, 1991
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