John Wells

The ER producer who co-produced The West Wing and ran it after Aaron Sorkin left.

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John Wells is an American producer, writer and director, born on 28 May 1956. He was one of The West Wing's three executive producers for its first four seasons.

His company launched The West Wing and Third Watch in the 1999-2000 season.

Background

When Aaron Sorkin left after season four, Wells took over as head writer and showrunner. He had to continue the story from Sorkin's season four cliffhanger.

He is also known for running ER, Shameless and The Pitt.

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