As long as youre here, we could use your help. pic.twitter.com/BQnaNP5eK5. He was a guy who earned it, a unique voice. The Emmy-award-winning comedian contribute to some of the most beloved talk shows of all time, including The Dennis Miller Show and The Tonight Show. I got so much material just through conversations with Kevin. I dont know anybody who thought they were better than Kevin Rooney. He was not a famous man, but comedy people knew him well and mourn him as one of the best of all time. What I love about The David Feldman Show is Im listening to a middle-aged guy getting radicalized, but he still cant stop telling dick jokes with his comic friends from the 80s. Kevin Rooney Emmy-winning stand-up comic, scribe for sitcoms, mentor, and writer for Jay Leno, Bill Maher, and Dennis Miller passes away at age 71. Kevin Rooney, a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian, died July 9 after a long battle with diabetes . He had a memorable acting role playing 'Ira'. The Emmy winner, who worked on Jay Leno's first comedy special Jay Leno and the American Dream and The Dennis Miller Show, passed away on July 9 at his home after a long battle with diabetes and end-stage renal failure, according to Deadline. Variety and the Flying V logos are trademarks of Variety Media, LLC. But it was writing the rants for HBOs The Dennis Miller Show, for which he won two consecutive Emmys in 1995 and 1996. See production, box office & company info, NBC Studios - 3000 W. Alameda Avenue, Burbank, California, USA. Kevin didn't have any of that. All Rights Reserved. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. We want to hear from you! ( Paul Drinkwater/NBCU Photo Bank). But more importantly, he was an incredibly kind friend and generous mentor to so many in our community, said Apatow. Born May 4, 1956 Add or change photo on IMDbPro Add to list More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Known for Training for a Fight 2.2 Self Kevin Rooney dies: The actor-comedian died after battling diabetes and renal failure. Rooney died at his Los Angeles home, his wife, Carole Raphaelle Davis, told The Hollywood Reporter. There's no gimmicks. His material was so smart and biting. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. At the end of the night, wed all say, Rooneys story was really funny., We were all genuinely happy when he had success. He will be greatly missed.. Signup for Breaking News Alerts & Newsletters, Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. After accidentally making his stand-up debut in 1977 at El Brookmans in Washington, D.C., where he had a pitcher of beer poured on his head, Rooney returned to stand-up comedy first in New York City and then in Los Angeles, where he became a regular at the Improv comedy club, where he met Leno, according to an announcement sent in by Mandyam. At the end of the night, wed all say, Rooneys story was really funny,' Leno shared. Rooney, a veteran stand-up comic, worked with Jay Leno and won Emmys in 1994 and 1995 for writing in a variety or music program for his work on HBOs Dennis Miller Live., Emmy-Winning Writer, Comedian Kevin Rooney, Who Worked With Jay Leno and Dennis Miller, Dies at71 https://t.co/vYd62r3t1Z. He was previously married to Carole Davis. So sad to hear about Kevin Rooney, he wrote on Twitter. Rooney wroteand co-produced Jay Lenos first comedy special,Jay Leno and the American Dream, in 1986, according to IMDb.com. He will be greatly missed.". A legendary person. He wrote for Politically Incorrect, The Golden Palace, The Naked Truth, Boston Common, My Wife and Kids, Brothers and Til Death. Rooney also appeared on The Tonight Show and Lettermans Late Night shows. Standup comedian Kevin Rooney has died. He was hilariously funny. "When Kevin took the stage, we'd all step inside. A legendary person. Rooney kept writing daily, posting poignant comedic commentary on Facebook. His material was so smart and biting, Apatow wrote in part. El matrimonio de Kevin Costner y Christine Baumgarten. But there was a humanity behind it. Never derivative of anyone else. Rooney first began performing stand-up in 1977 in Washington, D.C., after which he moved to New York City and Los Angeles. Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Kevin and Carole, or The Raging Rooneys as they were better known, always kept at least four adopted dogs, and when one passed, they would rescue another homeless dog. In 1989, he played Ira in When Harry Met Sally for director Rob Reiner. He met Jay Leno while performing at The Improv in Hollywood, and the pair became friends and writing partners. He didn't have a catch phrase. He is an actor, known for Training for a Fight (2012), WBO Jr. Lightweight Championship: Hector Camacho vs. Vinny Pazienza (1990) and Mike Tyson vs. Steve Zouski (1986). It was during this time that he became a mentor to many comics and writers, including Judd Apatow who opens his Master Class series talking about Kevin. Remembering Kevin Rooney. https://t.co/U4yqCM4ag5 pic.twitter.com/m3pBLVj0BN. Kevin Rooney, a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian, died July 9 after a long battle with diabetes and renal failure. Remembering Kevin Rooney. Rooney died at his Los Angeles home, his wife, Carole Raphaelle Davis, told The Hollywood Reporter. The two lived in the Hollywood Hills and in Nice, France. By Michelle McGahan. He will be greatly missed., Rooney continued to perform standup throughout the 20th century, making appearances on The Tonight Show, Late Night and The A-List. He also worked in writers rooms for sitcoms, contributing to The Golden Palace, The Naked Truth, Boston Common, My Wife and Kids, Brothers and Til death.. Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter. Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk. ASPEN, COLORADO: 'Yellowstone' actor Kevin Costner turned 68 today. Movies. He didnt have a catch phrase. ( Paul Drinkwater/NBCU Photo Bank). Tim Conway/Kevin Rooney/Jester Hairston/Donald O. Cram: With Johnny Carson, Ed McMahon, Doc Severinsen, Tim Conway. Rooney was 71. Kevin didnt have any of that., Leno continued, I dont know anybody who thought they were better than Kevin Rooney. He was 71. He will be missed. I don't know anybody who thought they were better than Kevin Rooney," he continued. There he met Jay Leno, who he collaborated with for the late-night hosts whats my beef segments on Late Night With David Letterman. Leno also hired Rooney to write his comedy special Jay Leno and the American Dream., He was the greatest muse a comedian could ever have, Leno said of Rooney. Kevin Rooney, a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian, died July 9 after a long battle with diabetes and renal failure. RIP. Rooney also played the role of Ira in the 1989 film, When Harry Met Sally, according to IMDb.com. He was 71. When I first started he was so kind and taught me so much about stand-up and writing. I got so much material just through conversations with Kevin. ", On July 9, Apatow also paid tribute to the late comedian on Twitter, writing, "So sad to hear about Kevin Rooney. He was hilariously funny. But more importantly, he was an incredibly kind friend and generous mentor to so many in our community Apatow said. But there was humanity behind it. Kevin Rooney is known for Melissa (1997), Top Buzzer (2004) and Taggart (1983). (1989), My Wife and Kids (2001) and Dennis Miller Live (1994). When I first started he was so kind and taught me so much about stand up and writing. Kevin Rooney, a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian, died July 9 after a long battle with diabetes and renal failure. He acted in When Harry Met Sally. It was that classic New England sarcastic voice. When Kevin took the stage, wed all step inside. 2022 Cox Media Group. He won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Writing for a Variety or Music Program for his work on Dennis Miller Live. His friend and former assistant, Jay Mandyam, also confirmed Rooney's death . Rooneys death was confirmed by his colleague, Jay Mandyam. The stand-up, who mentored Judd Apatow, died earlier this month at his home in Los Angeles. Never derivative of anyone else. Me, [Jerry] Seinfeld, Larry Miller. Emmy-winning writer and comedian Kevin Rooney died on July 9 at home in Los Angeles after a long battle with diabetes and end-stage renal failure, his wife Carole Raphaelle Davis and friend and former assistant Jay Mandyam tell The Hollywood Reporter. The two shared such as strong admiration for each other, in fact, that upon learning of his passing, Jay Leno penned a heartfelt statement about his longtime friend. Grateful he passed this way. (1989), My Wife and Kids (2001) and Dennis Miller Live (1994). [4] His other credits include The Golden Palace, The Naked Truth, Boston Common, and 'Til Death. "Never derivative of anyone else. In the early 2000s, Rooney continued to create pilots and wrote for Politically Incorrect, before returning to sitcoms with My Wife and Kids, Brothers and til Death. Rooney also played the role of Ira in the 1989 film, When Harry Met Sally, according to IMDb.com. RIP., Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. He wrote for Politically Incorrect, The Golden Palace, The Naked Truth, Boston Common, My Wife and Kids, Brothers and Til Death. Me, Seinfeld, Larry Miller. [1], In the late 1990s, Rooney married Carole Raphaelle Davis. The first time I saw him, I thought, Oh boy, this guy is really good. Its a real voice. He was portrayed by Clark Gregg in the 1995 movie Tyson [1] and by Aaron Eckhart in the 2016 movie Bleed for This . A somber . He was 71. Emmy Award Winner Kevin Rooney has influenced several generations of stand-ups and comedy writers from Jay Leno to Judd Apatow while writing some of Americas favorite television shows. Kevin Rooney was a producer and writer, known for When Harry Met Sally. [1], His acting roles included a guest appearance on Cheers, and as Ira Stone in the 1989 film When Harry Met Sally[3][1], In the 1990s, Rooney began writing for sitcoms. He was 71. His friend and former assistant, Jay Mandyam, also confirmed Rooney's death . He wrote a lot of great material for Dennis Miller and Jay Leno. He didnt have a catchphrase. Kevin Rooney. He was hilariously funny. His dogs Bugsy and Micheline will miss him as well, as will many in the comedy community. 2023 Variety Media, LLC. As curmudgeonly as he was, he was always the wittiest person in the room and was generous and kind to all.. El actor comenz su relacin con Christine Baumgarten en 2000 con quien se cas en 2004 en Aspen, Colorado, y con quien ha formado una familia junto a sus tres hijos, Cayden, Hayes y Grace. He was 71. The first time I saw him, I thought, Oh boy, this guy is really good. Its a real voice. Kevin didnt have any of that.. Apatow retweeted the Improvs announcement of Rooneys death., He was hilariously funny. There wasnt a funny look. The comedian also became a mentor for up-and-coming stars including Judd Apatow. He was a sophisticated raconteur and was a modern-day H.L. When I first started he was so kind and taught me so much about stand up and writing. The first time I saw him, I thought, Oh boy, this guy is really good. Its a real voice. Kevin Rooney passed away on July 19. Emmy Award winning writer and comedian Kevin Rooney joins Eddie at the bar.The conversation is interrupted by Emmy Award wining writer and comedian Jimmy Val. During his legendary career, Kevin Rooney formed a particularly close bond with talk show host Jay Leno, whom he helped create the 1986 comedy special, Jay Leno and the American Dream. Kevin Rooney (1950/1951 July 19, 2022) was an American stand-up comedian, writer, and actor. He was the greatest muse a comedian could ever have, Leno said via Mandyam. >> Read more trending news Rooney died at his. Never derivative of anyone else. He was the greatest muse a comedian could ever have, Leno said in a statement via Mandyam. He also worked on Lenos Whats my beef? tirades for Late Night with David Letterman in the 80s. Rooney appeared on The Tonight Show and David Lettermans Late Night. Comedian, Television Writer, Actor, Producer. He was 71. Rooney wrote Jay Lenos first comedy special, Jay Leno and the American Dream. I got so much material just through conversations with Kevin. Standup comedian Kevin Rooney has died. Mr. Meaney's former wife, Mary Ann Halford . When times were rough, they throw out the catch phrase or funny look. Mencken or Schopenhauer, a statement from Mandyam reads. Standup comedian Kevin Rooney has died. His material was so smart and biting. I dont know anybody who thought they were better than Kevin Rooney We were all genuinely happy when he had success. Comedy icon Kevin Rooney has died at the age of 71, as confirmed by his wife Carole Raphaelle Davis and former assistant Jay Mandyam. ", "When times were rough, they throw out the catch phrase or funny look. The first time I saw him, I thought, Oh boy, this guy is really good. Its a real voice. 01:11:12 - This summer we lost one of the most respected artists I've ever known in this industryKevin Rooney. He also worked on Lenos Whats my beef? rants for Late Night with David Letterman during the 1980s, Deadline reported. There wasnt a funny look. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. All Rights Reserved. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. He died on July 19, 2022. When times were rough, they throw out the catch phrase or funny look. He will be greatly missed.. Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2022: Photo Gallery, He was the greatest muse a comedian could ever have, said Leno, who met Rooney at The Improv. His friend and former assistant, Jay Mandyam, also confirmed Rooneys death to the entertainment news website. Kevin Rooney, an Emmy-winning comedy writer and performer, died July 9 in his home after a long battle with diabetes and end-stage renal failure. "Kevin was the sweetest man, but he loved to rant - and when he did, no one was funnier," Apatow shared in a statement. All Rights Reserved. Kevin Rooney, a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian, died July 9 after a long battle with diabetes and renal failure. The two worked together as fierce animal rights advocates. https://t.co/U4yqCM4ag5 pic.twitter.com/m3pBLVj0BN. Kevin Rooney (1950/1951 - July 19, 2022) was an American stand-up comedian, writer, and actor. He was 71. The actor-comedian died after battling diabetes and renal failure. He was 71. Michael Brooks, The Michael Brooks Show, I love how David gives both sides of a story: profound and anti-found. A sharp writer, a gifted comedian and "Ira" from When Harry Met Sally. The first time I saw him, I thought, 'Oh boy, this guy is really good.' Rooney died at his Los Angeles home, his wife, Carole Raphaelle Davis, told The Hollywood Reporter. He began his career as a standup comedian in 1977 and by the early 1980s, he was appearing on such TV programs as Cheers. "I got so much material just through conversations with Kevin. Kevin Rooney, a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian, died July 9 after a long battle with diabetes and renal failure. Me, Seinfeld, Larry Miller. He will be greatly missed.. He didnt have a catchphrase. He also wrote for Politically Incorrect, The Golden Palace, The Naked Truth, Boston Common, My Wife and Kids, Brothers and Til Death, according to The Hollywood Reporter. A sharp writer, a gifted comedian and "Ira" from When Harry Met Sally. He was 60. Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Top 250 TV Shows Most Popular TV Shows Most Popular Video Games Most Popular Music Videos Most Popular Podcasts. He was a guy who earned it, a unique voice. Even when he said the most sarcastic thing. Theres no gimmicks. RIP., Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. Apatow retweeted the Improvs announcement of Rooneys death., He was hilariously funny. >> Read more trending news. He also worked on Lenos Whats my beef? rants for Late Night with David Letterman during the 1980s, Deadline reported. Kevin Rooney, a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian, died July 9 after a long battle with diabetes and renal failure. His material was so smart and biting. He will be greatly missed., In 1977, Rooney accidentally went on stage for the first time to do stand-up comedy at El Brookmans in Washington D.C. and had a pitcher of beer poured on his head. Even when he said the most sarcastic thing. He was 71 years old. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. [1] He contributed material to Leno's special Jay Leno and the American Dream,[2] and wrote material for Leno on Late Night with David Letterman, on which Rooney also performed stand-up comedy. segments for Late Night with David Letterman and later worked on his 1986 comedy special, the outlet reported. A legendary person. Always the funniest man in the room Kevin is the comedy alpha male Hollywood turns to when they need smart, cutting humor. Rooney joined the cast of Rob Reiner's When Harry Met Sally to play Ira. Kevin Rooney dies: The actor-comedian died after battling diabetes and renal failure. Kevin Rooney, Standup Comedian From The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Dead at 71. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. Kevin Rooney may refer to: Kevin Rooney (comedian) Kevin Rooney (boxer) Kevin Rooney (ice hockey) Kevin J. Rooney, American politician This disambiguation page lists articles about people with the same name. Kevin Rooney, a stand-up comedian who won two Emmy awards for his work as a writer on Dennis Miller Live, died at his home on July 19 after a battle with diabetes and end-stage renal failure. Theres no gimmicks. In addition to his appearances on late-night TV and assistance with Jay Lenos first comedy special, Kevin Rooney also helped bring to life beloved sitcoms My Wife and Kids, The Naked Truth, and The Golden Palace, the spinoff of the celebrated classic TV series The Golden Girls. His death was also confirmed by his wife Carole Raphaelle Davis and former assistant Jay Mandyam to The Hollywood Reporter. A legendary person. 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It was that classic New England sarcastic voice. When times were rough, they throw out the catch phrase or funny look. Rooney briefly attended Lawrence College in the 1970s before joining the military. The pair split their time between Nice, France and the Hollywood Hills. After accidentally making his stand-up debut in 1977 at El Brookmans in Washington, D.C., where he had a pitcher of beer poured on his head, Rooney returned to stand-up comedy first in New York City and then in Los Angeles, where he became a regular at the Improv comedy club, where he met Leno, according to an announcement sent in by Mandyam. Emmy Award Winner Kevin Rooney has influenced several generations of stand-ups and comedy writers from Jay Leno to Judd Apatow while writing some of America's favorite television shows. The veteran actor may now be the face of the mega-hit show as John Dutton, but is well known for many iconic on-screen portrayals in movies like 'The Bodyguard,' 'Dances with Wolves' and 'Waterworld'. Theres no gimmicks. There wasn't a funny look. Stephanie Wenger. I dont know anybody who thought they were better than Kevin Rooney. Contents 1 Career 2 Personal life 3 References 4 External links Career [ edit] Rooney first began performing stand-up in 1977 in Washington, D.C., after which he moved to New York City and Los Angeles. Deadline is a part of Penske Media Corporation. In 1977, he began a career in comedy, performing his first stand-up set in Washington, D.C., concluding his act by an act of arguable baptism pouring a pitcher of beer over his head. He wrote a lot of great material for Dennis Miller and Jay Leno. >> Read more trending news Theres no gimmicks. But there was a humanity behind it. [1], Outstanding Writing for a Variety or Music Program, "Kevin Rooney Dies: Emmy Winner, Standup Comedian, Sitcom Scribe, Mentor And Writer For Jay Leno, Bill Maher & Dennis Miller Was 71", "Leno's Alter Ego Needs to Alter His Routine Too", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kevin_Rooney_(comedian)&oldid=1129559691, All Wikipedia articles written in American English, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 26 December 2022, at 02:05. Kevin Costner Reveals Why He's Not at the 2023 Golden Globes: I 'Had to Pull the Kids Out of School' Due to Devastating California Floods. "He won two Emmys for writing epic rants for Dennis Miller's talk shows. It was that classic New England sarcastic voice. When times were rough, they throw out the catchphrase or funny look. During his time as a TV writer, he attracted many budding comedians and writers hoping for a mentor to guide them through their early days in Hollywood. His material was so smart and biting. RIP. There are a lot of ways you can help out, please click here to find out more. Even when he said the most sarcastic thing. He will be missed. Rooney was also a writer for HBO's The Dennis Miller Show which earned him two consecutive Emmys in 1994 and 1995. His material was so smart and biting, Apatow wrote in part. He hated phonies and former president Donald J. Trump, according to Mandyams statement. He wrote a lot of great material for Dennis Miller and Jay Leno. Rooney is survived by Davis; his sister, Rebecca; his brother, Matthew; and his dogs, Bugsy and Micheline. The actor was previously married to Cindy Silva . Trending. Rooney met and married singer/actress/writer Carole Raphaelle Davis in the late nineties, and the couple happily split their time between Nice, France and the Hollywood Hills, where they advocated for animal rights, ate delicious vegan meals, and fought Kevins diabetes together. Nathan Rabin, The AV Club. "He was the greatest muse a comedian could ever have," Leno said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. Me, [Jerry] Seinfeld, Larry Miller. When times were rough, they throw out the catchphrase or funny look. When Kevin took the stage, wed all step inside. Kevin Rooney, a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian, died July 9 after a long battle with diabetes and renal failure. January 10, 2023. The Hollywood Reporter is a part of Penske Media Corporation. A legendary person. RIP., So sad to hear about Kevin Rooney. I got so much material just through conversations with Kevin. Rooney co-wrote Lenos first comedy special Jay Leno and the American Dream. Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter. A legendary person. >> Read more trending news. Rooney co-wrote Lenos first comedy special Jay Leno and the American Dream. His material was so smart and biting. Even when he said the most sarcastic thing. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. One such comedian was none other than award-winning director Judd Apatow, who was heartbroken to learn of Rooneys passing. Kevin didnt have any of that.. I dont know anybody who thought they were better than Kevin Rooney. Congressman Alan Grayson, A podcast for folks who believe that strong political convictions and a sense of humor do not have to be mutually exclusive. Its a real voice. We were all genuinely happy when he had success, he added sorrowfully. He didnt have a catch phrase. RIP. His material was so smart and biting, Apatowwrote. After meeting at The Improv in New York City in the 1980s, Rooney began writing Leno's "what's my beef?" His friend and former assistant, Jay Mandyam, also confirmed Rooney's death . Theres no gimmicks. Comedian Tim Conway; Kevin Rooney performs stand-up; Jester Hairston (Amen (1986)); carpet cleaner Donald O. Cram recounts how he was erroneously notified the previous day that he had won the Nobel Prize. It is being told that Kevin had been ill for a long time and at the age of 71, he finally breathed his last at his Los Angeles residence. Kevin Rooney, Actor: When Harry Met Sally.. Kevin Rooney was a producer and writer, known for When Harry Met Sally. There wasnt a funny look. Even when he said the most sarcastic thing. He was a guy who earned it, a unique voice. Rooney also appeared on The Tonight Show and Lettermans Late Night shows. All Rights Reserved. Kevin Costner y Christine Baumgarten. "He was a guy who earned it, a unique voice," Leno shared. His tragic passing came on July 9 following a long battle with diabetes and end-stage renal failure. He didnt have a catchphrase. It was that classic New England sarcastic voice. Kevin didnt have any of that.. Rooney appeared on The Tonight Show and David Lettermans Late Night. Rooney mentored several young comedians, including Judd Apatow, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Rooney started writing sitcoms in the 90s, beginning with The Golden Palace and then The Naked Truth and Boston Common. In support of Caroles work to abolish puppy mills, Kevin coined the phrase Adopt Dont Shop for her protests in front of pet stores. Menu. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. I got so much material just through conversations with Kevin., The first time I saw him, I thought, Oh boy, this guy is really good,' he continued. He was 71. Kevin Rooney (born May 4, 1956 in Staten Island, New York) is an American boxing trainer. If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Kevin didnt have any of that. He was 71. He was a really special person to all of us for Kevin Rooney: In Memoriam (Part 2 of 2) - Industry Standard w/ Barry Katz () | Listen Notes Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner may have met in the 80s, but it took the couple years before their connection blossomed into something more. 2023 Deadline Hollywood, LLC. In the late 1990s, Rooney married singer, actress and writer Carole Raphaelle Davis. Never miss a story sign up for PEOPLE's free weekly newsletter to get the biggest news of the week delivered to your inbox every Friday. Rooney wroteand co-produced Jay Lenos first comedy special,Jay Leno and the American Dream, in 1986, according to IMDb.com. He died on 19 July 2022. He was hilariously funny. He didnt have a catch phrase. Rooney maintained a daily habit of writing through his final years. But there was a humanity behind it. Rooney was 71. Rooney died at his Los Angeles home, his wife, Carole Raphaelle Davis, told The Hollywood Reporter. He performed standup on shows including late-night talks shows including The Tonight Show and Late Night with David Letterman. His friend and former assistant, Jay Mandyam, also confirmed Rooneys death to the entertainment news website. The Emmy winner, who worked on Jay Leno 's first comedy special Jay Leno and the American Dream and The Dennis Miller Show, passed away on. 2023Cox Media Group. Rooney wrote Jay Leno's first comedy special, Jay Leno and the American Dream.He also worked on Leno's "What's my beef?" tirades for Late Night with David Letterman in the '80s.. More from Deadline Actor: Melissa. The Emmy winner, who worked on Jay Leno 's first comedy special Jay Leno and the American Dream and The Dennis Miller Show . Comedy icon Kevin Rooney has died at the age of 71, as confirmed by his wife Carole Raphaelle Davis and former assistant Jay Mandyam. Kevin Rooney, an Emmy-winning comedy writer and performer, died July 9 in his home after a long battle with diabetes and end-stage renal failure. July 23, 2022 10:24pm Michael Buckner for PMC Emmy-winning writer and comedian Kevin Rooney died on July 9 at home in Los Angeles after a long battle with diabetes and end-stage renal. 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