What is Bernie Kukoff doing now? Wedding, Ethnicity, Parents



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Bernie Kukoff was born Bernard Kukoff on October 28, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York. Bernie’s parents, Max and Sarah Kukoff, were both immigrants from Russia. Bernie had two older sisters, Lillian and Sylvia. Bernie’s early education took place in the New York City public school system. Bernie was a good student and was active in sports, playing both baseball and basketball. After graduating from high school, Bernie attended the University of Michigan, where he earned a degree in business administration.

Bernie’s first job out of college was with a small accounting firm in New York City. He later went on to work for a larger accounting firm, where he eventually became a partner. In the early 1970s, Bernie decided to leave the accounting world and pursue a career in writing. He wrote for several different television shows, including “The Odd Couple” and “Maude.” He also wrote for several magazines, including “Playboy” and “Esquire.”

In the late 1970s, Bernie wrote his first screenplay, “The Champ.” The movie, which starred Jon Voight and Faye Dunaway, was a huge success. Bernie followed up this success with the screenplay for “The Verdict,” starring Paul Newman. “The Verdict” was nominated for several Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

In the 1980s, Bernie wrote the screenplay for “Tootsie,” starring Dustin Hoffman. “Tootsie” was a huge critical and commercial success, and won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Bernie also wrote the screenplay for “Terms of Endearment,” starring Shirley MacLaine and Jack Nicholson. “Terms of Endearment” won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

In the 1990s, Bernie wrote the screenplay for “As Good as it Gets,” starring Jack Nicholson and Helen Hunt. “As Good as it Gets” was a huge critical and commercial success, and won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Bernie Kukoff has had a long and successful career as a writer. He has won several Academy Awards, and his movies have been both critical and commercial successes. Bernie is also active in philanthropy, and has given millions of dollars to various charities over the years.

Source: IMDb, Wikipedia