Career
He was the co-creator of the long-running sitcom Yes, Dear, directed Everybody Loves Raymond episodes, and was the head writer for Coach for three seasons. He was also a producer/writer on Raising Hope and Friend Maine.
His father was Jewish-American stand-up comedian Freddie Roman. He was a 1983 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania.
Kirschenbaum was also an avid harness racing fan, having reported for Entertainment and Sports Programming Network on their Breeders" Crown broadcasts.
Kirschenbaum was an owner and breeder for many years. Kirschenbaum was also a supporter of the California Sire Stakes.
He also was a supporter of the California Harness Horseman’s Association, serving as president, along with being an avid amateur driver, racing in several East versus West Coast challenges.
Kirschenbaum died of an apparent suicide on October 26, 2012.