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Ernest Chambers, 'Smothers Brothers' Showrunner, Dies at 97
Originally published Jun 2, 2026
By Payton Turkeltaub · Variety
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Key points
- Ernest Chambers died on May 28 at age 97 after a brief illness.
- He was a writer and producer for TV shows like 'The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour' and 'Click'.
- Chambers produced over 1,000 hours of television during his 50-year career.
- He was nominated for 11 Emmy Awards.
Ernest Chambers, a prolific writer and producer known for his work on variety TV shows such as 'The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour' and 'Click,' passed away on May 28 at the age of 97. He died at his home in Los Angeles after a brief illness. Over the course of his 50-year career, Chambers produced, wrote, and executive produced over 1,000 hours of television. His contributions to the entertainment industry earned him 11 Emmy Award nominations.
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