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TV Actress Turned Playwright Jessie Jones Dies
1 Apr
Summary
- Jessie Jones, known for TV roles and successful plays, passed away.
- She co-created the popular Southern funeral comedy 'Dearly Departed'.
- Jones was recognized as a highly produced American female playwright.
Jessie Jones, a television actress who achieved significant acclaim as a playwright, died on March 20 in Washington, D.C. following an extended illness. Her death was confirmed by her close friend and writing partner, Jamie Wooten.
Jones had a notable acting career throughout the 1980s and 1990s, with guest appearances on numerous popular television series. These included "Night Court," "Designing Women," and "Murphy Brown," among others. She also starred in several television movies.
Transitioning from acting, Jones became a successful playwright. She co-created the widely produced Southern funeral comedy "Dearly Departed." Alongside her friends Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten, she authored many other popular Southern-flavored comedies, earning her the distinction of being the most-produced female American playwright.
