He began as a writer on Sid Ceasars TV shows. He was Carl Reiners partner on the The 2,000 Year Old Man albums. One movie he wrote won him 3 Tonys (all in 2001), a 1968 Oscar, and two 2002 Grammys. Who is this comedic actor and writer?
- Ron Woody
- Mel Brooks
- Neal Simon
- Woody Allen
Answer
The correct answer is B) Mel Brooks.
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