Marc Cherry, an American television producer and writer, was born in 1962 in Long Beach, California. Shortly after his birth, his family lived briefly in Oklahoma before relocating to California due to his father's job transfer—he worked as an accountant. Cherry attended Troy High School in Fullerton, California, and later graduated from California State University, Fullerton.
Initially interested in becoming a performer, Cherry reconsidered his path in 1986 after winning $15,000 on the game show Pyramid. He used the winnings to pursue a writing career in Hollywood. However, he entered the industry during the Writers Guild of America strike, which limited opportunities in the field. As a result, he worked as a personal assistant to actress Dixie Carter, known for her role in the sitcom Designing Women.
Cherry's fortunes improved significantly in 1990 when he joined the writing and producing team of the hit TV series The Golden Girls. This role led to a similar position on its spin-off, The Golden Palace, although the latter had a short run. He later co-created two sitcoms—The 5 Mrs. Buchanans and The Crew. While both shows showcased his evolving skills, they were not commercially successful and were canceled after brief runs.
Cherry's major career breakthrough came in 2002. During a conversation with his mother, he conceived the idea for Desperate Housewives, a "dramedy" that explored the lives of four suburban women facing personal struggles. Aired on ABC, the series quickly became a cultural phenomenon and significantly boosted Cherry’s profile in the entertainment industry. The popularity of the show led to widespread recognition and numerous professional offers.
He eventually signed a contract with Touchstone Television, which had supported the show throughout its development. Cherry even made a cameo appearance in the final episode of the series. The success of Desperate Housewives solidified his status as a leading figure in television production.
| Birth Date: | 23 Mar, 1962 |
| Age: | 58 yrs |
| Occupations: | Screenwriter Film producer Actor Television actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Long Beach |
| Education: | California State University, Fullerton |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American television writer and producer |
| Net Worth 2021: | 26 million |
