Ted Mann, R.I.P.

September 11, 2025

Ted Mann, who started writing for the National Lampoon in 1975 and continued through the eighties, has died at age 72. He was probably best known for writing the “O.C. and Stiggs” series for the magazine. After his time with NatLamp he went on to be a writer and producer for several TV shows, including NYPD Blue, Deadwood, and Homeland.

R.I.P., Ted.