Dana Baratta was an American writer and producer. Baratta was a writer on Dawson's Creek during the first and second seasons.
Career[]
Episodes[]
- Hurricane • Boyfriend (teleplay by) • Beauty Contest • Decisions (teleplay by) • Crossroads • Full Moon Rising • Uncharted Waters • Psychic Friends • Ch... Ch... Ch... Changes
In Memoriam[]
- Mary-Margaret Humes upon hearing the news of Baratta's passing:
- It is with a heavy heart that I learned of the passing of our amazing writer/producer who I could honestly also call an exceptional unconditional friend. Personally, I will be forever grateful for the words she entrusted @johnwesleyshippjr and myself to breathe life into for what would become one of my favorite episodes of #dawsonscreek Season 1... Hurricane 🎬 We remained friends throughout the years because well, that was just the kind of pal she was. I will always remember her amazing life force and her infectious laughter. Rest well, my beautiful friend...you fought a good fight...you were loved by all ... a feat not easily accomplished by many ... #tvfamily #foreverfriends #cancersucks #takentoosoon 💔[1]
- Joshua Jackson posted to Twitter:
- So sad to hear of Dana’s passing. I believe she is the reason I was in DC, and was a truly gentle and kind soul. My heart goes out to her loved ones tonight. RIP Dana. Thank you[2]
- Liz Tigelaar replied:
- It’s so beyond awful. She was the brightest light and best human.[3]
- John Wesley Shipp wrote:
- Mourning the loss of Dana Baratta today. She was there at the beginning of #DawsonsCreek. Dana wrote the famous Hurricane Episode with Kevin Williamson. A bright light with a wicked sense of humor, we honor Dana. She is missed. - jw[4]
Media[]
- Dana Baratta, ‘Private Practice’ and ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Writer and Producer, Dies at 59 (Variety • OCT 2020)
- Obituary: Dana Baratta (The Portland Press Herald • OCT 21 2020)
- Inside the Thrilling, Chaotic Writers’ Room of Dawson’s Creek (Vanity Fair • JAN 2018)
Photos[]
Holmes, Baratta, Humes
Williams, Monroe, Holmes, Baratta, Keena, Humes