Janice Burgess was an American television executive, screenwriter and producer for Nickelodeon. She created the Nick Jr. series The Backyardigans and worked as a writer and story editor for Nickelodeon's revival of Winx Club. From Wikipedia
Janice Burgess, the visionary behind the beloved children's show 'The Backyardigans,' has died of breast cancer, leaving a legacy of creativity and kindness.
