Daniel Cerone
Showrunner and executive producer who helped shape Dexter's early seasons.
Daniel Cerone is a television writer and executive producer whose credits include Dexter, where he served as showrunner, along with The Blacklist, The Mentalist, Dirty Sexy Money and Charmed. He was the co-creator of Constantine, the critically acclaimed adaptation of the DC comics Vertigo series Hellblazer, which developed a cult following. He also created and executive produced Clubhouse, the CBS baseball drama, as well as the ABC police procedural Motive.
- Role
- Executive Producer and Co-Showrunner (Season 2)
Lore & Background
Cerone joined the writing staff of Dexter for the premiere season in 2006. He was nominated for a Writers Guild of America Award for Best Dramatic Series at the February 2008 ceremony for his work on the first season of Dexter. Based on his creative leadership, Cerone was promoted to executive producer and co-showrunner for the second season, which won a distinguished Peabody Award. He was also nominated for a second WGA Award and a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series for his work on the second season of Dexter.
In Their Own Story
Cerone's journey with Dexter began in 2006 when he joined the writing staff for the premiere season. His contributions earned him a Writers Guild of America Award nomination for Best Dramatic Series at the February 2008 ceremony. Recognizing his creative leadership, the producers promoted him to executive producer and co-showrunner for the second season. That season went on to win a distinguished Peabody Award, and Cerone received additional nominations for a second WGA Award and a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series.
Reader's Guide
For fans tracking the creative forces behind Dexter, Cerone's role is key. He was part of the writing team that established the show's tone in its first season, then stepped up as co-showrunner for the acclaimed second season. That season's Peabody Award recognized the series' quality, and Cerone's Emmy and WGA nominations reflect the industry's respect for his work. His other credits include The Blacklist, The Mentalist, Dirty Sexy Money, Charmed, and co-creating Constantine, as well as creating Clubhouse and Motive.
Did You Know?
- Cerone was nominated for a Writers Guild of America Award for Best Dramatic Series at the February 2008 ceremony for his work on the first season of Dexter.
- He was promoted to executive producer and co-showrunner for the second season of Dexter.
- The second season of Dexter won a distinguished Peabody Award.
- Cerone was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series for his work on the second season of Dexter.
- He co-created Constantine, the critically acclaimed adaptation of the DC comics Vertigo series Hellblazer.
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