When it comes to prolific writers and showrunners, John Wells is almost always at the top of the list. The creator behind some of television’s most successful series, including ER , The West Wing , and most recently The Pitt , Wells has earned a reputation for delivering smart, compelling storytelling that networks can trust. But during his time on Shameless , the seasoned showrunner received one of the strangest notes of his career , and it sparked a fight he wasn’t willing to lose. For a series filled with outrageous characters and wild storylines , the pushback left him stunned, and determined to keep the moment in.

What Is 'Shameless' About?

Developed by John Wells and adapted from the British series of the same name created by Paul Abbott, Shamel

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