It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiafans may be curious who Eric Biermann is, after the season 17 premiere was attributed to him.It’s Always Sunnyseason 17premiered tonight with two episodes: “The Gang F***s Up Abbott Elementary,” which is the second part of January’sAbbott Elementarycrossover, and “Frank Is In A Coma.”
It’s Always Sunny, now the longest-running sitcom of all time, returns after a lengthy hiatus, continuing a trend that began following the COVID-19 Pandemic. The previous season aired in June 2023, making the delay just over two years. The maincast ofIt’s Always Sunnyreturns for the new season, which will consist of eight episodes in total.
Eric Biermann Was The Brother Of It’s Always Sunny Director Todd Biermann
Todd Biermann Has Directed Iconic It’s Always Sunny Episodes
The dedication to Eric Biermann at the end of season 17, episode 1, is due to the fact that Todd Biermann directed it.Todd Biermann has directed seventeen episodes ofIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, dating back to 2012when he worked on season 8’s “The Gang Gets Analyzed.”
Todd Biermann has directedIt’s Always Sunnyclassics, including “The Gang Squashes Their Beefs,” “The Gang Beats Boggs,” and “The Gang Goes To Hell.“In terms of the FX show’s legacy, Biermann is an instrumental piece of the story, having contributed to some of its most unforgettable episodes and moments.
While he didn’t work onIt’s Always Sunny,Eric Biermann worked in the television industry as well. He was a producer who worked on projects for Spike TV, Bravo, HGTV, The Weather Channel, and more. He’s also credited in the art department for the soap operasDesireandFashion House.
Eric Biermann Unexpectedly Passed Away In October 2024
Todd Biermann Dedicated The Episode To His Late Brother
Eric Biermann’s obituaryexplains that he passed away unexpectedly in October 2024 at the age of 42. His family and friends remember him for his kindness, devotion, and uplifting energy. His loss is deeply saddening, but it’s wonderful to see a dedication to his name on a TV episode that millions will see.
With this being Todd Biermann’s first directed episode since 2021, he had the opportunity to dedicate it to Eric’s memory.Like his brother, Eric Biermann was a Philadelphia native, making him part of theIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiafamily.
