Jenji Kohan is an American television writer and producer. She was born on July 5, 1969, in Los Angeles, California. Kohan is best known for creating and producing the critically acclaimed series "Orange Is the New Black" (2013-2019) and "Weeds" (2005-2012).
Kohan began her career in the early 1990s as a writer for the sitcom "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" and later worked on shows like "Mad About You" and "Tracey Takes On." She gained recognition for her work on "Weeds," a comedy-drama series about a suburban widow who turns to selling marijuana to support her family.
With the success of "Weeds," Kohan was able to create "Orange Is the New Black," a groundbreaking series set in a women's prison. The show addressed issues of race, gender, and sexuality while also offering complex and diverse characters. It received widespread critical acclaim and was nominated for numerous awards, including multiple Emmys.
In addition to her work on "Orange Is the New Black" and "Weeds," Kohan served as a producer on the Netflix series "GLOW" (2017-2019), about a women's professional wrestling circuit in Los Angeles. She has also worked on projects such as "Gilmore Girls" and "Will & Grace."
Jenji Kohan is known for tackling controversial and socially relevant topics in her work, often using humor and empathy to explore complex themes. She has been recognized for her contributions to television with numerous awards and nominations throughout her career.
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