I love the idea of a beautiful neighborhood that represents the very best of American values, but also as a fun backdrop to some darker, deliciously sneaky things going on in people's lives.

Cherry received several lucrative offers from various parties but chose to sign a long-term deal with Touchstone since their network had shown faith in Desperate Housewives when no one else would. After graduating from Troy High School in Fullerton California Cherry graduated from California State University Fullerton's theater program and initially considered a career in performance. The case finally went to trial in February 2012.

Marc Cherry (born March 23 1962) is an American writer and producer best known for creating the show Desperate Housewives.