All in the Family

Lear was willing to fight for his shows. Norman Lear’s effect on All in the Family can never be overstated, but that doesn’t mean that […]

Lear offered this advice. To write for Norman Lear is wish fulfillment to the utmost degree. He’s a master of the craft, and those who […]

Because 101 years is an awfully long time. Norman Lear’s legacy extends past the television shows and radio programs he produced. He lived a storied […]

O’Connor and his son, Hugh, share an interest in classic cars. It’s always interesting to hear what an actor’s hobbies are. Most of the time, […]

“My entire body felt, ‘Oh my god. This is Archie.’” The funny thing about fictional characters is that they’re written and acted well enough, it’s […]

Lear had no idea the impact that he’d make. Norman Lear was talented enough to dive headfirst into the forefront of making history multiple times, […]

Edith and Jean grew up together. How many times have you watched All in the Family and seen Archie Bunker speak on behalf of Edith […]

The actress reflects on her character’s evolution. All in the Family might be one of history’s most analyzed pieces of media. Because of the ways […]

The actor who played Lionel on how acting fits into his life. If there was one character with the potential to threaten Archie Bunker’s worldview, […]

O’Connor cited other inspirations as well in a 1993 interview. Is imitation truly the sincerest form of flattery? Pablo Picasso said, “Good artists copy, great […]