Barry W. Blaustein
Writing

Barry W. Blaustein

Born Sep 10, 1954Died May 12, 2026Known for Writing

Biography

Barry Wayne Blaustein (September 10, 1954 – May 12, 2026) was an American comedy writer best known for his writing on Saturday Night Live and the screenplays for Coming to America, Coming 2 America, and The Nutty Professor, all written in collaboration with David Sheffield. As a writer he helped launch Eddie Murphy's career.

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The Movies That Made Us

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Peep World

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March of the Penguins

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Saturday Night Live in the '80s: Lost and Found

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The Honeymooners

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The Princes of Malibu

Beyond the Mat poster
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Beyond the Mat

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Super Friends: The Legendary Super Powers Show