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The 25 Best Black Sitcoms of All Time
By Julian Kimble | Feb 11, 2013 | 9:37 am

Once upon a time, there was a phenomenon called black television.

There are now entire networks dedicated to black programming, but there was once a time when the boom of black TV was staggering. It was a triumph, because in the early days of television, black actors only found work in stereotypical roles. It wasn't until the 1950s that Amos 'n' Andy became the first situational comedy with an all-black cast. However, the show was removed from the air because of complaints that it continued to perpetuate stereotypes.

Black sitcoms were largely dormant until the '70s, then finally hitting a stride in the '80s. In the '90s, that stride became a sprint, with networks scrambling to reach black audiences. This coincided with a celebration of black culture, as Afrocentrism was embraced by hip-hop and it became commonplace to see Malcolm X hats and Howard University sweatshirts in music videos and in the streets. It felt like the perfect marriage of African-American culture and popular culture.

The number of black sitcoms has declined greatly since those glory days, but the most memorable shows have left an impressive legacy. For this reason, we recall the 25 best black sitcoms of all time.

Too bad The Amos 'N Andy Show wasn't on the list but that was to be expected.

Ha Ha Ha. Very Funny. There were ONLY 30 ever made!

Ha Ha Ha. Very Funny. There were ONLY 30 ever made!

Only 30 black sitcoms? I thought there were more than that.

Only 30 black sitcoms? I thought there were more than that.
You're correct. Way more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_sitcom

You're correct. Way more:

Thanks, I was sure it was a heck-of-a-lot more than 30.

There were more then 30 Black sitcoms:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_sitcom

There were more then 30 Black sitcoms:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_sitcom

See above.

Anyway I think the Jeffersons is the African American sitcom. I laughed much harder at the Jeffersons then the Cosby show. Of course it a matter of opinion and taste.

Jeffersons, Good Times, a Different World and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air should all be ahead of Cosby Show.

Anything that puts the Wayans Bros. On the list, I can't take seriously.

Anything that puts the Wayans Bros. On the list, I can't take seriously.

At least they didn't include Homeboys in Outer Space. :lol:

No surprise The Cosby Show made it to No. 1. My personal favorite is Julia. I'd like to see someone put it out on DVD.

At least they didn't include Homeboys in Outer Space. :lol:
I'm embarrassed to admit I watched the first episode of that sitcom just out of curiosity. I'll never get those 30 minutes back again. :lol:

No surprise The Cosby Show made it to No. 1. My personal favorite is Julia. I'd like to see someone put it out on DVD.
I wish Julia would at least come on TV. I've only seen one episode of it and I liked it.

Where was "AMEN"?????? That was a great show!

I think that Fresh Prince is far too high on this list.

I didn't look at the list but if Beulah isn't on it then I'm not interested! Somebody bawl for Beulah?

You're correct. Way more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_sitcom

I Stand Corrected.

Where was "AMEN"?????? That was a great show!

That's My Mama was also unjustly excluded. I'll bet Clifton Davis hates this list.

I would put Different Strokes, Family Matters higher. I thought the Cosby Show is a tad overrated in the sense that some of the episodes like Gordon Gartrelle, when Denise introduces Martin to the family, etc. are some great episodes. I just think some of them just are not funny.

I enjoyed Different Strokes and Family Matters especially in the first couple of seasons.


Btw, this has nothing to do with the post, but dont you hate slide shows? There so annoying.

i personally would've had the jeffersons at no.1, with the cosby show 4th

This question makes no sense because it's impossible to list 25 black good shows because it wasn't that many made

This question makes no sense because it's impossible to list 25 black good shows because it wasn't that many made

I thought so, too. but a fellow SO member showed me this link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_sitcom Believe it or not, there were actually 40 black sitcoms! Who knew?

I thought so, too. but a fellow SO member showed me this link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_sitcom Believe it or not, there were actually 40 black sitcoms! Who knew?


I can see 10 but not 25

I thought so, too. but a fellow SO member showed me this link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_sitcom Believe it or not, there were actually 40 black sitcoms! Who knew?
There are more than 40. Those are just the longest running black sitcoms. If you go down the page, you can see them by decades.

Off that Wikipedia Page these would be my favorites.

1950's

Amos 'n' Andy

1960's

Julia

1970's

Good Times
Sanford & Son
The Jeffersons
What's Happening

1980's

Amen
Benson
Cosby Show
Diff'rent Strokes
A Different World
Gimme a Break
227
Webster

1990's

Cosby
Family Matters
Fresh Prince of Bel Air
Hanging with Mr. Cooper
Roc
Sister, Sister

2000's

Bernie Mac Show
Everybody Hates Chris
My Wife and Kids

2010's

Are We There Yet?

Off that Wikipedia Page these would be my favorites.
1. Diff'rent Strokes
2. Family Matters
3. Good Times
4. Gimme A Break!
5. The Cosby Show
6. The Jeffersons
7. Sister, Sister
8. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
9. What's Happening!!
10. Living Single
11. A Different World

12. Martin
13. Moesha
14. 227
15. The Parkers
16. Smart Guy
17. Sanford and Son
18. That's So Raven
19. The Parent Hood
20. Smart Guy

My favorites would be

1970s:
Good Times
Sanford and Son
The Jeffersons
What's Happening

1980s:
227
A Different World
Amen
Benson
Diff'rent Strokes
The Cosby Show
What's Happening Now

1990s:
Family Matters
Moesha
Sister, Sister
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
The Steve Harvey Show

2000s:
Everybody Hates Chris
Girlfriends
Meet the Browns
My Wife and Kids
That's So Raven
The Game
The Parkers
Tyler Perry's House of Payne

2010s:
None right now, but I'd probably like Tyler Perry's For Better or Worse

Very interesting list. I don't know if I would've listed all the same shows because I don't care for some of them. But I have probably seen at least one episode of almost all those shows. (Except for a few I know I have not seen at all and really don't care to.)
I do think "Family Matters" and "Diff'rent Strokes" should have been way higher on the list though. Those are great, long-running shows.
And I agree that it's a shame "Amen" wasn't listed- that is a great '80s show too.
Of course, I'm not sure that I really like the term "black sitcom". I get that it's a short way of saying, "a sitcom with a predominant black African-American cast", but the short phrase "black sitcom" makes it sound like the show is only aimed at black people or that only black people can or should enjoy it. I think a good show that is genuinely funny with good morals can appeal to all races.
I also kinda question calling shows like "Diff'rent Strokes" and "Webster" "black sitcoms" in that sense, since the former only had 2 black stars with 3 other white main characters (and I realize that was obviously part of the premise) and the latter only had one main black star. (Though his Ben Vereen also showed up as his grandfather so that helps.) But I suppose in Webster's case, Emmanuel Lewis was the main star. (Much to his costars' dismay, but that's another story.) So I guess, according to the Wikipedia page, the criteria are either a primarily black cast or at least a black actor in the lead role. So I guess that's why "Webster" and "Diff'rent Strokes" can qualify.
But by that same token, I guess "Good Luck, Charlie" would not qualify just because white Teddy's best friend happens to be black. And Ivy and her parents both show up fairly often on the show. (Ivy more so than her parents though.) And they also have a mutual friend, Emmett, who is also black.
Anyway, I think if I were picking some of my favorite sitcoms with a largely African-American cast and/or a black actor or actress in the lead role, I would probably go with...... (in no particular order necessarily)

The Cosby Show (definitely one of the best sitcoms, period- of the 1980s or any other time period. I just think it's really funny and that Bill Cosby does a great job of parenting on this show.)

Family Matters (again- one of the best sitcoms, period. And its parent show, Perfect Strangers is great too, of course- but that one doesn't fit in the demographics of this topic. But I love the loving relationship with the Winslow family and Steve Urkel. They truly show us how to "love thy neighbor" on this show.:) :cool: )

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (I think this show is pretty funny. I wish there weren't so many curse words that fly on this show and some of the situations the characters get into are not the best- but I could say the same of other shows too. As far as I can recall, I think Will and Carlton talk a big game about sex at times, but I think both remain virgins while single and that's good.)

Sanford and Son (It's just a classic comedy with a great theme song. How could you not like it, you big dummy?:lol: )

The Jeffersons (definitely one of my all time favorites- love the theme song too. I would daresay I like this show better than its parent show, "All in the Family". Of course, George Jefferson can sometimes be just as racist against whites as Archie Bunker could be against blacks. But I think this show is also noteworthy for having one of the first, if not the first, interracial married couples on TV. I thought that was pretty neat. Tom and Helen were always fun to watch. And Mr. Bentley is hilarious along with Ralph the doorman. But I always loved the loving relationship between George and Louise. It's so cool that those characters showed up on other shows, like "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air".)

227 (I used to watch this a lot as a kid. Maybe it was that it was nice to see Marla Gibbs (fresh off of "The Jeffersons" playing Florence) on the show. And Alaina Reed did a great job too- and of course, I knew her as Olivia from "Sesame Street". (Which is by far one of the best interacially mixed shows ever.) And the grandmother and Calvin were always funny too.)

Amen (I don't remember a ton on this show, but Deacon Frye was always pretty hilarious. I used to watch this some too. It'd be nice to see it make it to DVD someday.)

Good Times (I find this to be a funny show too. Gotta love JJ's "Dy-no-mite!" catch phrase. And I always though Michael was a good voice of reason on the show- I like his character. And it was a good portrayal of a hard-working family who lived in tough conditions but always had a strong love for each other and a strong optimism that they would indeed enjoy many good times.)

A Different World (I used to watch this when it originally aired too and I thought it was great. Dwayne Wayne is hilarious. And he was always cool with those flip-top glasses. I enjoyed "The Cosby Show" connection when it first started, but it grew past that and continued to enjoy success after Denise left the college. And Sanford was on here and I have long enjoyed his work in movies and generally one of the cleanest comedians around.)

Benson (I've only seen a little bit of this but I would say it's pretty good from what I've seen. Robert Guillame is a great actor and he does well in this role. Plus, Odo from "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" is on the show! [Rene Auberjonis].)

Diff'rent Strokes (I love this series! It's fun watching the antics of Willis and Arnold and Kimberly there with Mr. Drummond and Mrs. Garrett in their apartment in NY. And it definitely dealt with some very serious issues as well. And the guy who played Dudley, Shavar Ross, guest starred as MacGyver's "kid brother" Reggie in the Pilot episode of "MacGyver".:) )

Webster (I actually grew up watching this series before I ever saw "Diff'rent Strokes". And both are similar in storyline but I love them both anyway. Webster had the coolest dumbwaiter system ever! It was a great, fun show.)

Sister, Sister (I watched this a good bit when it used to air and I enjoy this one too. Tim Reid did a great job on there, along with Jackee Harry. And of course, the Mowry twins- Tia and Tamera. They are Christians too and I respect them because of their stance for Christ. It was also neat seeing stars from older shows that I like on there- Tim Reid from both "WKRP in Cincinnati" and "Simon & Simon" and Jackee Harry from "227".)

Everybody Hates Chris (This show has some foul language and other such things that I wish weren't there- but I must admit that it is generally pretty funny and I also like seeing the 1980s references, since that's when it's set. It's a pretty good show overall and Tyler James Williams did a great job with this show. I've seen his work recently in a Disney TV-movie called "Let It Shine" and I highly recommend that one- one of the best Disney TV-movies in a long while. [Along with the recent "Radio Rebel" and Lemonade Mouth"- all three are great.])

The Parent 'Hood (I don't remember this show a lot, but I did used to watch it when it aired and I did like it pretty well. Robert Townsend did a good job with it- it seems he generally plays likeable characters.)

Cosby (Another '90s show that I remember watching when it aired. It was a nice show. And having Bill Cosby and Phylicia Rashad back on there as husband and wife made it feel like "The Cosby Show: The Retirement Years"- and that was great with me.)

Roc (I used to watch this when it first aired and I think I mainly remember it because it's about the only show I can think of where the lead character worked as a garbageman. Though I guess Ed Norton was a sewer worker on "The Honeymooners" so that's kinda close. I always thought Joey was pretty funny and Roc was a great character of high integrity. Good show.)

Smart Guy (I don't remember much on this one either, but I did watch it some when it originally aired. If I remember correctly, Omar Gooding was on it alongside Tahj Mowry- and I liked both of them from previous shows they had done- Omar Gooding on "Hangin' with Mr. Cooper" and Tahj Mowry in his role as Teddy, a friend of Michelle's on "Full House".)

Hangin' with Mr. Cooper (This is a great '90s sitcom. I love basketball anyway, so it was fun to see a show about a former Golden State Warriors player who was now coaching basketball at a high school. Mark Curry was funny and generally seemed to be a pretty nice guy [who also keeps it pretty clean from what I understand] and I like that. It's also nice seeing him back with Scott Baio ["Happy Days", "Joanie Loves Chachi" and "Charles in Charge"] on Nickelodeon's "See Dad Run".)

What's Happening (I've only seen bits of this but it definitely looks like one I'd enjoy if I watched it more. This is a classic '70s sitcom anyway, so I'd throw it in here for sure.)

What's Happening Now (Well, this is the continuation of the previous show, so yeah- same deal.)

Gimme A Break! (Nell Carter was really the main black character on the show, but since the show pretty much revolved around her character [particularly after the actor who portrayed the father, Dolph Sweet, died.] So I think it's safe to include this show in the list. And this is another of my favorite '80s sitcoms- I grew up watching this show.)

Malcolm & Eddie (I remember watching this some- I'd throw this in here too. Malcolm Jamal-Warner did a great job with it.)

City Guys (one of the TNBC shows on Saturday mornings in the '90s. This was one of my favorites as a kid. It falls into the mold of similar shows like "Hang Time", "California Dreams" and "Saved By the Bell"- all of which, I like too. Does SBTB count for this list then? Lisa Turtle was one of the main characters after all. I could say the same of the other shows I listed too, for that matter. Or I guess it's not the same as having the lead character being black, like with the case of Nell Carter's character on "Gimme A Break!")

Frank's Place (I seem to have some recollections of this show- starring Tim Reid. He's been on a lot of things- probably because he's such a great actor.)

Snoops (Yet another Tim Reid show- and one of my favorites as a kid. I don't know if it really counts as a sitcom- it was sort of in the comedic mystery action show vein that "Psych" is in. Which by the way, if having Gus as a lead character who's black makes that show count, "Psych" is definitely on this list for me too. This is the 1980s show I'm talking about by the way- and not the later "Snoops" show.)

True Colors (I used to watch this when it first aired- it was an interesting show with a blended family interracially- with a white mother and black father and two teenage black sons and a white daughter. [The kids are from previous marriages.] It was pretty funny.)

Me and the Boys (I enjoyed this show as a kid. There are still some funny moments from a particular episode that I can still recall today. It starred Steve Harvey and "The Steve Harvey Show" almost felt like a continuation of the series. Maybe it was just the familiarity of seeing him back on another sitcom. In any case, I'd include that show in the list too.)

The Hughleys (I liked this some when it was first on. It was a pretty good show with D.L. Hughley on there.)

The Famous Jett Jackson (I remember seeing this some on the Disney Channel- it was a pretty fun show.)

Cory in the House (this was a Disney Channel show that was a spin-off from "That's So Raven"- I didn't like the parent series as much though it was pretty good- but I did like this spinoff series pretty well. Kyle Massey did a good job on this show, along with Jason Dolley.)

A.N.T. Farm (I catch this sometimes on the Disney Channel and I like it pretty well- it plays up the goofy father role sometimes a bit too much [not to mention the idiot older brother role] but they both have their own comeuppance at times along with Chyna. And Fletcher and Olive all add to the fun of the show too.)

And if cartoons count, then "Fat Albert and The Cosby Kids" is definitely on the list too. It's a great cartoon with funny situations and good morals. I like it. Hey, hey, hey!!!!:) :cool:

And if "Welcome Back, Kotter" counts for the main character of Freddie "Boom Boom" Washington, then that one is definitely on the list too.

I can't see the list from the computer of where I am. It is blocked. Could someone list the top 25 list please?

I can't see the list from the computer of where I am. It is blocked. Could someone list the top 25 list please?
1) the Cosby Show
2) The Fresh Prince of Bel Air
3) A Different World
4) Martin
5) Sanford & Son
6) The Jeffersons
7) The Boondocks
8) Living Single
9) Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids
10) Good Times
11) Girlfriends
12) Julia
13) Everybody Hates Chris
14) The Bernie Mac Show
15) 227
16) Moesha
17) The Wayans Bros.
18) Roc
19) Diff'rent Strokes
20) Hangin' With Mr. Cooper
21) The Jamie Foxx Show
22) What's Happening
23) Family Matters
24) Sister, Sister
25) The Steve Harvey Show

Different Strokes is way too low.

Different Strokes and The Jeffersons are not really black shows

Different Strokes and The Jeffersons are not really black shows
That's true. In Diff'rent Strokes, there are plenty of white characters like Mr. Drummond, Kimberly, Adelaide. And in the Jeffersons, there is Tom Willis, Alan Willis, Mr. Bentley, Charlie the bartender. I never considered Diff'rent Strokes a black show. And as for the Jeffersons, I considered that more of a mixed cast.

That list is a joke. Not only is some crappy shows are way too high, but some shouldn't be
On the list. Of course, that is someones opinion.

And if "Welcome Back, Kotter" counts for the main character of Freddie "Boom Boom" Washington, then that one is definitely on the list too.

One black character does not a black sitcom make.

One black character does not a black sitcom make.


Not only that, Freddie Boom Boom was not the main character:lol: :lol:

Very interesting list. I don't know if I would've listed all the same shows because I don't care for some of them. But I have probably seen at least one episode of almost all those shows. (Except for a few I know I have not seen at all and really don't care to.)
I do think "Family Matters" and "Diff'rent Strokes" should have been way higher on the list though. Those are great, long-running shows.
And I agree that it's a shame "Amen" wasn't listed- that is a great '80s show too.
Of course, I'm not sure that I really like the term "black sitcom". I get that it's a short way of saying, "a sitcom with a predominant black African-American cast", but the short phrase "black sitcom" makes it sound like the show is only aimed at black people or that only black people can or should enjoy it. I think a good show that is genuinely funny with good morals can appeal to all races.
I also kinda question calling shows like "Diff'rent Strokes" and "Webster" "black sitcoms" in that sense, since the former only had 2 black stars with 3 other white main characters (and I realize that was obviously part of the premise) and the latter only had one main black star. (Though his Ben Vereen also showed up as his grandfather so that helps.) But I suppose in Webster's case, Emmanuel Lewis was the main star. (Much to his costars' dismay, but that's another story.) So I guess, according to the Wikipedia page, the criteria are either a primarily black cast or at least a black actor in the lead role. So I guess that's why "Webster" and "Diff'rent Strokes" can qualify.
But by that same token, I guess "Good Luck, Charlie" would not qualify just because white Teddy's best friend happens to be black. And Ivy and her parents both show up fairly often on the show. (Ivy more so than her parents though.) And they also have a mutual friend, Emmett, who is also black.
Anyway, I think if I were picking some of my favorite sitcoms with a largely African-American cast and/or a black actor or actress in the lead role, I would probably go with...... (in no particular order necessarily)

The Cosby Show (definitely one of the best sitcoms, period- of the 1980s or any other time period. I just think it's really funny and that Bill Cosby does a great job of parenting on this show.)

Family Matters (again- one of the best sitcoms, period. And its parent show, Perfect Strangers is great too, of course- but that one doesn't fit in the demographics of this topic. But I love the loving relationship with the Winslow family and Steve Urkel. They truly show us how to "love thy neighbor" on this show.:) :cool: )

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (I think this show is pretty funny. I wish there weren't so many curse words that fly on this show and some of the situations the characters get into are not the best- but I could say the same of other shows too. As far as I can recall, I think Will and Carlton talk a big game about sex at times, but I think both remain virgins while single and that's good.)

Sanford and Son (It's just a classic comedy with a great theme song. How could you not like it, you big dummy?:lol: )

The Jeffersons (definitely one of my all time favorites- love the theme song too. I would daresay I like this show better than its parent show, "All in the Family". Of course, George Jefferson can sometimes be just as racist against whites as Archie Bunker could be against blacks. But I think this show is also noteworthy for having one of the first, if not the first, interracial married couples on TV. I thought that was pretty neat. Tom and Helen were always fun to watch. And Mr. Bentley is hilarious along with Ralph the doorman. But I always loved the loving relationship between George and Louise. It's so cool that those characters showed up on other shows, like "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air".)

227 (I used to watch this a lot as a kid. Maybe it was that it was nice to see Marla Gibbs (fresh off of "The Jeffersons" playing Florence) on the show. And Alaina Reed did a great job too- and of course, I knew her as Olivia from "Sesame Street". (Which is by far one of the best interacially mixed shows ever.) And the grandmother and Calvin were always funny too.)

Amen (I don't remember a ton on this show, but Deacon Frye was always pretty hilarious. I used to watch this some too. It'd be nice to see it make it to DVD someday.)

Good Times (I find this to be a funny show too. Gotta love JJ's "Dy-no-mite!" catch phrase. And I always though Michael was a good voice of reason on the show- I like his character. And it was a good portrayal of a hard-working family who lived in tough conditions but always had a strong love for each other and a strong optimism that they would indeed enjoy many good times.)

A Different World (I used to watch this when it originally aired too and I thought it was great. Dwayne Wayne is hilarious. And he was always cool with those flip-top glasses. I enjoyed "The Cosby Show" connection when it first started, but it grew past that and continued to enjoy success after Denise left the college. And Sanford was on here and I have long enjoyed his work in movies and generally one of the cleanest comedians around.)

Benson (I've only seen a little bit of this but I would say it's pretty good from what I've seen. Robert Guillame is a great actor and he does well in this role. Plus, Odo from "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" is on the show! [Rene Auberjonis].)

Diff'rent Strokes (I love this series! It's fun watching the antics of Willis and Arnold and Kimberly there with Mr. Drummond and Mrs. Garrett in their apartment in NY. And it definitely dealt with some very serious issues as well. And the guy who played Dudley, Shavar Ross, guest starred as MacGyver's "kid brother" Reggie in the Pilot episode of "MacGyver".:) )

Webster (I actually grew up watching this series before I ever saw "Diff'rent Strokes". And both are similar in storyline but I love them both anyway. Webster had the coolest dumbwaiter system ever! It was a great, fun show.)

Sister, Sister (I watched this a good bit when it used to air and I enjoy this one too. Tim Reid did a great job on there, along with Jackee Harry. And of course, the Mowry twins- Tia and Tamera. They are Christians too and I respect them because of their stance for Christ. It was also neat seeing stars from older shows that I like on there- Tim Reid from both "WKRP in Cincinnati" and "Simon & Simon" and Jackee Harry from "227".)

Everybody Hates Chris (This show has some foul language and other such things that I wish weren't there- but I must admit that it is generally pretty funny and I also like seeing the 1980s references, since that's when it's set. It's a pretty good show overall and Tyler James Williams did a great job with this show. I've seen his work recently in a Disney TV-movie called "Let It Shine" and I highly recommend that one- one of the best Disney TV-movies in a long while. [Along with the recent "Radio Rebel" and Lemonade Mouth"- all three are great.])

The Parent 'Hood (I don't remember this show a lot, but I did used to watch it when it aired and I did like it pretty well. Robert Townsend did a good job with it- it seems he generally plays likeable characters.)

Cosby (Another '90s show that I remember watching when it aired. It was a nice show. And having Bill Cosby and Phylicia Rashad back on there as husband and wife made it feel like "The Cosby Show: The Retirement Years"- and that was great with me.)

Roc (I used to watch this when it first aired and I think I mainly remember it because it's about the only show I can think of where the lead character worked as a garbageman. Though I guess Ed Norton was a sewer worker on "The Honeymooners" so that's kinda close. I always thought Joey was pretty funny and Roc was a great character of high integrity. Good show.)

Smart Guy (I don't remember much on this one either, but I did watch it some when it originally aired. If I remember correctly, Omar Gooding was on it alongside Tahj Mowry- and I liked both of them from previous shows they had done- Omar Gooding on "Hangin' with Mr. Cooper" and Tahj Mowry in his role as Teddy, a friend of Michelle's on "Full House".)

Hangin' with Mr. Cooper (This is a great '90s sitcom. I love basketball anyway, so it was fun to see a show about a former Golden State Warriors player who was now coaching basketball at a high school. Mark Curry was funny and generally seemed to be a pretty nice guy [who also keeps it pretty clean from what I understand] and I like that. It's also nice seeing him back with Scott Baio ["Happy Days", "Joanie Loves Chachi" and "Charles in Charge"] on Nickelodeon's "See Dad Run".)

What's Happening (I've only seen bits of this but it definitely looks like one I'd enjoy if I watched it more. This is a classic '70s sitcom anyway, so I'd throw it in here for sure.)

What's Happening Now (Well, this is the continuation of the previous show, so yeah- same deal.)

Gimme A Break! (Nell Carter was really the main black character on the show, but since the show pretty much revolved around her character [particularly after the actor who portrayed the father, Dolph Sweet, died.] So I think it's safe to include this show in the list. And this is another of my favorite '80s sitcoms- I grew up watching this show.)

Malcolm & Eddie (I remember watching this some- I'd throw this in here too. Malcolm Jamal-Warner did a great job with it.)

City Guys (one of the TNBC shows on Saturday mornings in the '90s. This was one of my favorites as a kid. It falls into the mold of similar shows like "Hang Time", "California Dreams" and "Saved By the Bell"- all of which, I like too. Does SBTB count for this list then? Lisa Turtle was one of the main characters after all. I could say the same of the other shows I listed too, for that matter. Or I guess it's not the same as having the lead character being black, like with the case of Nell Carter's character on "Gimme A Break!")

Frank's Place (I seem to have some recollections of this show- starring Tim Reid. He's been on a lot of things- probably because he's such a great actor.)

Snoops (Yet another Tim Reid show- and one of my favorites as a kid. I don't know if it really counts as a sitcom- it was sort of in the comedic mystery action show vein that "Psych" is in. Which by the way, if having Gus as a lead character who's black makes that show count, "Psych" is definitely on this list for me too. This is the 1980s show I'm talking about by the way- and not the later "Snoops" show.)

True Colors (I used to watch this when it first aired- it was an interesting show with a blended family interracially- with a white mother and black father and two teenage black sons and a white daughter. [The kids are from previous marriages.] It was pretty funny.)

Me and the Boys (I enjoyed this show as a kid. There are still some funny moments from a particular episode that I can still recall today. It starred Steve Harvey and "The Steve Harvey Show" almost felt like a continuation of the series. Maybe it was just the familiarity of seeing him back on another sitcom. In any case, I'd include that show in the list too.)

The Hughleys (I liked this some when it was first on. It was a pretty good show with D.L. Hughley on there.)

The Famous Jett Jackson (I remember seeing this some on the Disney Channel- it was a pretty fun show.)

Cory in the House (this was a Disney Channel show that was a spin-off from "That's So Raven"- I didn't like the parent series as much though it was pretty good- but I did like this spinoff series pretty well. Kyle Massey did a good job on this show, along with Jason Dolley.)

A.N.T. Farm (I catch this sometimes on the Disney Channel and I like it pretty well- it plays up the goofy father role sometimes a bit too much [not to mention the idiot older brother role] but they both have their own comeuppance at times along with Chyna. And Fletcher and Olive all add to the fun of the show too.)

And if cartoons count, then "Fat Albert and The Cosby Kids" is definitely on the list too. It's a great cartoon with funny situations and good morals. I like it. Hey, hey, hey!!!!:) :cool:

Wow! I think that's the longest post that I've ever seen on these boards. I enjoyed what I read of it, but there are a couple of things that I'd like to point out. Ben Vereen played Webster's uncle, not his grandfather. Also there wasn't anyone named Sanford on A Different World. I'm guessing that you meant Sinbad.

Personally, I definitely think that The Jeffersons should have been #1. The characters in that show were all unique and interesting. And George was hilarious!

Nothing against Bill Cosby, but I think The Cosby Show was over-rated a bit, with bland characters(not all) and sometimes boring situations. I never got that from The Jeffersons.

Personally, I definitely think that The Jeffersons should have been #1. The characters in that show were all unique and interesting. And George was hilarious!

Nothing against Bill Cosby, but I think The Cosby Show was over-rated a bit, with bland characters(not all) and sometimes boring situations. I never got that from The Jeffersons.


Both should be #1 and #2 when it comes to black shows

If I had to pick a top 3, it would be:

#1: The Jeffersons
#2: Sanford & Son
#3: What's Happening

One black character does not a black sitcom make.

And even if it did, then based on that logic, "The Facts of Life" would be a black sitcom because Tootie was a main character.

And in all honestly, any list that have Fresh Prince higher than A Different World or The Jefferson's is without a doubt flawed.

And even if it did, then based on that logic, "The Facts of Life" would be a black sitcom because Tootie was a main character.

And in all honestly, any list that have Fresh Prince higher than A Different World or The Jefferson's is without a doubt flawed.


What the hell are you talking about? Are you drunk? Tootie was not a main character, it was Ms. Garrett:lol: :lol: :lol:

What the hell are you talking about? Are you drunk? Tootie was not a main character, it was Ms. Garrett:lol: :lol: :lol:

The main character on Facts Of Life was Molly Parker (Molly Ringwald). The other actresses were jealous of her and had her fired. They fired some of the other actresses as well so that their envy of Molly wouldn't be obvious in the press.

The main character on Facts Of Life was Molly Parker (Molly Ringwald). The other actresses were jealous of her and had her fired. They fired some of the other actresses as well so that their envy of Molly wouldn't be obvious in the press.


Ms. Garrett was the main character,


The end

Ms. Garrett was the main character,


The end

I was being tongue-in-cheek with my comment.

And Ms. Garrett wasn't the main character after she left, that's for sure.

I was being tongue-in-cheek with my comment.

And Ms. Garrett wasn't the main character after she left, that's for sure.

I knew you guys were being tongue-in-cheek and I found it funny.

I think in all honesty FOL was pretty equally divided with each of the four main girls (Nat, Jo, Blair, Tootie) and Mrs. G having equal screentime. I think that especially in the later years it got very even.

I knew you guys were being tongue-in-cheek and I found it funny.

I think in all honesty FOL was pretty equally divided with each of the four main girls (Nat, Jo, Blair, Tootie) and Mrs. G having equal screentime. I think that especially in the later years it got very even.


It was not even, Mrs. Garrett was the main character

It was not even, Mrs. Garrett was the main character

I don't know about that. By the later seasons, Mrs. Garrett wasn't given much airtime and almost never drove the story. By the end Blair and Jo were carrying the heaviest of the storylines.

I will agree that Mrs. Garrett was conceived to be the lead-character, but by the end of the show she wasn't given much to do.

It was not even, Mrs. Garrett was the main characterShe just had top billing from being on Different Strokes. From seasons 2-7 the main characters were divided between her and the 4 girls. She was the mother figure but not the sole star like some other shows have.

She just had top billing from being on Different Strokes. From seasons 2-7 the main characters were divided between her and the 4 girls. She was the mother figure but not the sole star like some other shows have.



She had to be the star because I was sad when she left:lol: :lol:

She had to be the star because I was sad when she left:lol: :lol:No question Charlotte Rae was better than Cloris Leachman. they shouldn't have replaced her when she left.

Where was "AMEN"?????? That was a great show!
I hear you on that one! I love Amen. I wish they'd release it.
By the way, any list that puts The Jamie Foxx Show, The Wayans Bros., and Martin ahead of Family Matters is wacko from the start. I don't like this list and I agree with a majority of people about The Cosby Show being a bit overrated. Yes, it was great show but I think it gets way too much credit.

I hear you on that one! I love Amen. I wish they'd release it.
By the way, any list that puts The Jamie Foxx Show, The Wayans Bros., and Martin ahead of Family Matters is wacko from the start.Jamie Foxx is a psycho no talent hack.

Jamie Foxx is a psycho no talent hack.
And he worships Obama as his "lord and savior." :rolleyes:

No question Charlotte Rae was better than Cloris Leachman. they shouldn't have replaced her when she left.

I never understood why they did that. The girls were beyond the age of needing a "den mother" or a mother figure.

I never understood why they did that. The girls were beyond the age of needing a "den mother" or a mother figure.


Cloris Leachman and Ted McKinley were the two most pointless sitcom additions in the 1980's

Cloris Leachman and Ted McKinley were the two most pointless sitcom additions in the 1980's
Agreed. But I have to disagree with Mrs. Garrett being the main character. She may have been the core character of the show, but I wouldn't say she was THE main character. The four girls usually drove the story for most of the episodes. Mrs. Garrett had 'her' episodes, but I'd say she usually had the secondary storyline.

Agreed. But I have to disagree with Mrs. Garrett being the main character. She may have been the core character of the show, but I wouldn't say she was THE main character. The four girls usually drove the story for most of the episodes. Mrs. Garrett had 'her' episodes, but I'd say she usually had the secondary storyline.
I think Mrs. Garrett was the main character for the first 5 years. Her last 2 years on the show, she was only on half the episodes. That's probably why they brought in Cloris Leachman. The show was missing something when Mrs. Garrett wasn't on.

I think Mrs. Garrett was the main character for the first 5 years. Her last 2 years on the show, she was only on half the episodes. That's probably why they brought in Cloris Leachman. The show was missing something when Mrs. Garrett wasn't on.


Exactly, she was the Mr. Drummond of Facts of Life.

Exactly, she was the Mr. Drummond of Facts of Life.
I would say Arnold was the main character.

I have not seen the list yet, but Sanford and Son was by far the best "black sitcom" ever. I saw a couple of episodes recently and it's still hilarious.

Seen the list. Sanford and Son came in 5th, which is decent enough. The Cosby Show more or less deserved to be #1, because it was so mainstream with all audiences. Never cared for any of the shows between 1 and 5.

Another favorite, "Whats Happening!" came in at 22. I and Rerun has the same birthday.

Exactly, she was the Mr. Drummond of Facts of Life.

I would like to add that by the time Cloris Leachman came on board, the show ran out of gas. The girls were well into their 20's and out of college and there was no good reason for them to be together, and not married and moving on with life.

Sanford and Son was by far the best "black sitcom" ever.

I agree.

I would say Arnold was the main character.


Clearly you never watched Different Strokes, Mr. Drummond was the main character

Clearly you never watched Different Strokes, Mr. Drummond was the main character
Yep, the main character was definitely Philip Drummond. Then there's Kimberly who is also a major character. I would say Kimberly was just as much as a main character as Arnold or Willis.

Yep, the main character was definitely Philip Drummond. Then there's Kimberly who is also a major character. I would say Kimberly was just as much as a main character as Arnold or Willis.


That show would have never worked without Mr. Drummond

Fresh Prince
Sanford and Son
Kenan and Kel
The Cleveland Show
The Jeffersons

Fresh Prince
Sanford and Son
Kenan and Kel
The Cleveland Show
The Jeffersons


Please don't put Keenan and Kel on the same list as the Jeffersons

Thank You

Please don't put Keenan and Kel on the same list as the Jeffersons

Thank You

well I guess you don't like the Jeffersons but that much it was a great show

well I guess you don't like the Jeffersons but that much it was a great show


The Jeffersons is a classic and should not be on the same list as some silly a$$ Keenan and Kel

Fresh Prince
Sanford and Son
Kenan and Kel
The Cleveland Show
The Jeffersons
The Cleveland Show... You got to be kidding me!!? Seriously? It does not belong on their either!!! It shouldn't even be on any types of list that has to do with Black shows including Best Black shows! It not even close to being the best and also it an animated show. I also agree with Sol also about Kenan and Kel. The The Cleveland Show and Kenan and Kel do not belong on the same list as Jeffersons, Fresh Prince and Sanford and Son.

That show would have never worked without Mr. Drummond
Of course not. But I've always felt Gary Coleman was the face and star of that show. Just my opinion, I guess.

Of course not. But I've always felt Gary Coleman was the face and star of that show. Just my opinion, I guess.
He was like JJ of Good Times. He brought the fans in. Conrad Bain was the glue of the show though. I think the show would have folded if either had left.

Of course not. But I've always felt Gary Coleman was the face and star of that show. Just my opinion, I guess.

The popular characters went in this order


Drummond
Arnold
Willis
Garrett/Adalaide/Pearl
Maggie
Kimberly
Sam

The popular characters went in this order


Drummond
Arnold
Willis
Garrett/Adalaide/Pearl
Maggie
Kimberly
Sam
For me Kimberly went right after Willis. lol

For me Kimberly went right after Willis. lol


Kimberly is actually below sam. To me Kimberly was the most boring character on the show lol

Kimberly is actually below sam. To me Kimberly was the most boring character on the show lol

Kimberly wasn't in storylines, but I didn't mind her in scenes. Just remember, the show didn't revolve around her. When she did have a storyline, she was ok. Sam and Maggie were just way out of place. Couldnt tolerate either.

Kimberly is actually below sam. To me Kimberly was the most boring character on the show lol

Kimberly Drummond was such a "goody two shoes" in the whole series. Also, as time wore on, she was almost a third wheel. Gary Coleman was the comic and Todd Bridges and Conrad Bain were the straight men. She sort of got pushed off to one side.

The Cosby Show should be at number one on the list. I am glad that Homeboys In Outer Space did not make it. Amen should be on that list though. Who made up this list, anyway?

The Cosby Show should be at number one on the list. I am glad that Homeboys In Outer Space did not make it. Amen should be on that list though. Who made up this list, anyway?

Probably someone who was raised on 2000s black sitcoms.

Probably someone who was raised on 2000s black sitcoms.


Hmmm....you know I wonder about that. Boondocks is good but it does not beat out 227 or Amen IMO.

Hmmm....you know I wonder about that. Boondocks is good but it does not beat out 227 or Amen IMO.


No way. I like Boondocks too, but yeah, it shouldn't be ranked higher than a 70s and 80s classic

Baby I;m back was better than

1. Last season of the Cosby Show

2. Last season of Sanford and Son

3. 5th season of Good Times

Baby I;m back was better than

1. Last season of the Cosby Show

2. Last season of Sanford and Son

3. 5th season of Good Times


Better than season five of Good Times? I can possibly get with that.

Better than season five of Good Times? I can possibly get with that.


You better get with that-LOL

Who would rather watch?

Penny and Willona or Ray and Luzelle??????????:lol: :lol:

My favorites

Sanford and Son
The Jeffersons
What's Happening!
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Frank's Place (only 1 season and more of a dramedy, but very good)
Martin
The Cosby Show
That's My Mama
The Bernie Mac Show
Family Matters

I never could get into Good Times. This isn't a best list, just my favorites.

You better get with that-LOL

Who would rather watch?

Penny and Willona or Ray and Luzelle??????????:lol: :lol:


I don't mind Penny and Wilona at all. It was just the 5th season of GT was missing the elements. I must admit that I am partial to Olivia, Ray and Luzelle.

I don't mind Penny and Wilona at all. It was just the 5th season of GT was missing the elements. I must admit that I am partial to Olivia, Ray and Luzelle.


Tom if you are telling me you would choose Penny and Willona over Ray and Luzelle then you get a major F tonight.

lol

Tom if you are telling me you would choose Penny and Willona over Ray and Luzelle then you get a major F tonight.

lol


Come on, they are not that bad, dude. However, I loved me some "Baby, I'm Back".

Come on, they are not that bad, dude. However, I loved me some "Baby, I'm Back".


I think I would take Ray and Luzelle over James and Florida LOL


This is why


Ray: "Luzelle you just cause every dog in the neighborhood to run for cover due to you playing that horn

Luzelle: "Then how did you get out?

Ray: "Look Luzelle it I rushed down here because it sounded like you were dying and I wanted to make sure I said..........GOODBYE"


:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

I think I would take Ray and Luzelle over James and Florida LOL


This is why


Ray: "Luzelle you just cause every dog in the neighborhood to run for cover due to you playing that horn

Luzelle: "Then how did you get out?

Ray: "Look Luzelle it I rushed down here because it sounded like you were dying and I wanted to make sure I said..........GOODBYE"


:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Ha Ha! That's episode two from when Luzelle was playing the trumpet. One of my favorites is from episode three:

Olivia: (To Ray) You're just in time to take out the trash.
Ray: Oh, sure. Hop on, Luzelle!
Luzelle: I don't ride Jackasses!!!

Then episode nine:
Luzelle: Now, you two just hush up. Your mother is latching onto a good man.

Ray enters living room...

Luzelle: And gettin' rid of a cockroach!!!

Ha Ha! That's episode two from when Luzelle was playing the trumpet. One of my favorites is from episode three:

Olivia: (To Ray) You're just in time to take out the trash.
Ray: Oh, sure. Hop on, Luzelle!
Luzelle: I don't ride Jackasses!!!

Then episode nine:
Luzelle: Now, you two just hush up. Your mother is latching onto a good man.

Ray enters living room...

Luzelle: And gettin' rid of a cockroach!!!


A good show that ended too damm soon

A good show that ended too damm soon


How would they have stretched it out storywise, though? I would have liked to have seen more but it would have been interesting to see how it worked.

Now, TV ONE needs to revive that show. When it aired on BET duing 89-90 and 92-93, I taped every episode but recorded over three of them but found p25 per cent of ep four. (sighs) I would love to have eps 12 and 13 again in their entire ties.

How would they have stretched it out storywise, though? I would have liked to have seen more but it would have been interesting to see how it worked.

Now, TV ONE needs to revive that show. When it aired on BET duing 89-90 and 92-93, I taped every episode but recorded over three of them but found p25 per cent of ep four. (sighs) I would love to have eps 12 and 13 again in their entire ties.


I have them all on VHS but unfortunately I no longer have converting capabilities because that cheap a$$ magnavox DVD/VHS recorder died on me 2 weeks ago. lol

I have them all on VHS but unfortunately I no longer have converting capabilities because that cheap a$$ magnavox DVD/VHS recorder died on me 2 weeks ago. lol

You mean that you have "Confessions of Wallace Dickey", "Olivia's Job Offer" and "Gospel According to Angie"? I just came across 704 Hauser Street last week. LOL.

You mean that you have "Confessions of Wallace Dickey", "Olivia's Job Offer" and "Gospel According to Angie"? I just came across 704 Hauser Street last week. LOL.


Yup all of them.


The good news is I still have the warranty and the receipt from when I purchased the DVD recorder back in August so I should be able to get a new one

Yup all of them.


The good news is I still have the warranty and the receipt from when I purchased the DVD recorder back in August so I should be able to get a new one

Cool. I want those shows. As a 12 year old, I think I had good taste when I taped those. LOL. When I traded some of my BET recorded master tapes, I am finding that they are being copied in circulation and when I checked youtube and found a clip from ep two, I discovered that it was one of my actual episodes based on how the commercials specifically aired and the quality of the tape/picture.

Cool. I want those shows. As a 12 year old, I think I had good taste when I taped those. LOL. When I traded some of my BET recorded master tapes, I am finding that they are being copied in circulation and when I checked youtube and found a clip from ep two, I discovered that it was one of my actual episodes based on how the commercials specifically aired and the quality of the tape/picture.


I was disappointed to find out that only 1 episode was on youtube:(


Disappointed and shocked

I was disappointed to find out that only 1 episode was on youtube:(


Disappointed and shocked

That is how rare it is. LOL.

I still want to know who was it that made that official top 25 list? Some of the rankings are totally off.

That is how rare it is. LOL.

I still want to know who was it that made that official top 25 list? Some of the rankings are totally off.


It's the one with the trumpet.


I think I will have a baby I;m back marathon on saturday lol I haven't watched them in about 3 years

It's the one with the trumpet.




Oh, I know that. In fact, the one that is on You tube is a copy of my original recorded BET copy. I looked at it and said, "hey! Look at the quality and those commercials! I recorded that back in 1990! That's a copy of my episode!" LOL.

Oh, I know that. In fact, the one that is on You tube is a copy of my original recorded BET copy. I looked at it and said, "hey! Look at the quality and those commercials! I recorded that back in 1990! That's a copy of my episode!" LOL.


It looked like an original from the beginning. Most eps on youtube don't have the opening credits

It looked like an original from the beginning. Most eps on youtube don't have the opening credits


That is my BET copy that someone uploaded. I can promise you. I'm looking at it right now. LOL.

That is my BET copy that someone uploaded. I can promise you. I'm looking at it right now. LOL.


That's why I lost interest in trading because certain rare shows i told people not to trade I would end up seeing anyway and I was like........."F*ck it I;m done

No fun in having a rare show that everyone has.


That's the main reason why I never traded away checking in with marla gibbs. I want to be the only person who has it:lol: :lol:

That's why I lost interest in trading because certain rare shows i told people not to trade I would end up seeing anyway and I was like........."F*ck it I;m done

No fun in having a rare show that everyone has.


That's the main reason why I never traded away checking in with marla gibbs. I want to be the only person who has it:lol: :lol:


I never knew you had that show. LOL.

I never knew you had that show. LOL.


Yes I have 2 eps

Florence New Job-1
Florence New Job-2


LMAO

Yes I have 2 eps

Florence New Job-1
Florence New Job-2


LMAO


Wait! Those sound like two episodes from from It's grandfather show's offspring. LOL.

Wait! Those sound like two episodes from from It's grandfather show's offspring. LOL.


It is, I was joking. The only thing I have is the opening theme song on audio that was emailed to me

I can't believe "Gimmie a Break" wasn't mentioned...it had Nell Carter playing a surrogate mother and she was the only one to remain as the original character on the show. And it dealt with some racial issues to...especially "Baby of the Family" where Samantha (Lara Jill Miller) who couldn't go camping decides to shock Nell by putting Joey in blackface. Samantha didn't only shock Nell, but her congregation at her own church by putting-down the African-American people by ploying Joey to perform in the stereotypical blackface.

[QUOTE=MrCleveland]I can't believe "Gimmie a Break" wasn't mentioned...it had Nell Carter playing a surrogate mother and she was the only one to remain as the original character on the show. And it dealt with some racial issues to...especially "Baby of the Family" where Samantha (Lara Jill Miller) who couldn't go camping decides to shock Nell by putting Joey in blackface. Samantha didn't only shock Nell, but her congregation at her own church by putting-down the African-American people by ploying Joey to perform in the stereotypical blackface.[/]

I remember watching that when I was seven. I didn't quite understand it but it unsettled me.

Gimme a Break is not really a black show. It's in the category with these shows

Benson
Different Strokes
Jeffersons
Welcome Back Kotter
CPO Sharkey

Gimme a Break is not really a black show. It's in the category with these shows

Benson
Different Strokes
Jeffersons
Welcome Back Kotter
CPO Sharkey
Yeah, Gimme A Break had ONE black character that was forefront. I don't know how anyone could consider that a black show. Nell was sorta like the female Benson.

I can't believe "Gimmie a Break" wasn't mentioned...it had Nell Carter playing a surrogate mother and she was the only one to remain as the original character on the show. And it dealt with some racial issues to...especially "Baby of the Family" where Samantha (Lara Jill Miller) who couldn't go camping decides to shock Nell by putting Joey in blackface. Samantha didn't only shock Nell, but her congregation at her own church by putting-down the African-American people by ploying Joey to perform in the stereotypical blackface.

I can't believe I didn't notice the absence of Gimme A Break on the list.

I have a theory as to why it may have been left-off. Perhaps some people disliked the show because they felt that having Nell play a maid was a step backwards in the way black characters were portrayed? I'm just taking a guess here.

I can't believe I didn't notice the absence of Gimme A Break on the list.

I have a theory as to why it may have been left-off. Perhaps some people disliked the show because they felt that having Nell play a maid was a step backwards in the way black characters were portrayed? I'm just taking a guess here.


It wasn't on the list because it's not a black show:crazy:

Gimme a Break is not really a black show. It's in the category with these shows

Benson
Different Strokes
Jeffersons
Welcome Back Kotter
CPO SharkeyWhy wouldn't The Jeffersons be a black show? I know there's an interracial marriage but I thought most of the cast was still black.

Why wouldn't The Jeffersons be a black show? I know there's an interracial marriage but I thought most of the cast was still black.


Because 4 white people were part of the cast

Why wouldn't The Jeffersons be a black show? I know there's an interracial marriage but I thought most of the cast was still black.

The Jeffersons is a black show as it had a predominantly a black cast.

I can't believe I didn't notice the absence of Gimme A Break on the list.

I have a theory as to why it may have been left-off. Perhaps some people disliked the show because they felt that having Nell play a maid was a step backwards in the way black characters were portrayed? I'm just taking a guess here.

Another noticeable episode was when Addie Wilson (Thelma Hopkins) would be a mainstay character on "Gimmie a Break" and she taught night school. Nell and Addie seem to fight, but would remain friends.

But if there ever was a modern-day "Amos and Andy"...it would be anything with Tyler Perry.

The Jeffersons is a classic and should not be on the same list as some silly a$$ Keenan and Kel

you must have never watched Kenan and Kel


I mean for crying out loud the dad is the hero from Dawn of the Dead! HE KILLED ZOMBIES!

The Cleveland Show... You got to be kidding me!!? Seriously? It does not belong on their either!!! It shouldn't even be on any types of list that has to do with Black shows including Best Black shows! It not even close to being the best and also it an animated show. I also agree with Sol also about Kenan and Kel. The The Cleveland Show and Kenan and Kel do not belong on the same list as Jeffersons, Fresh Prince and Sanford and Son.

Cleveland Show is amazing


quit hating bro

you must have never watched Kenan and Kel


I mean for crying out loud the dad is the hero from Dawn of the Dead! HE KILLED ZOMBIES!


Step away from the computer and stop posting

Step away from the computer and stop posting

only when you watch Kenan and Kel for the first time in your life

only when you watch Kenan and Kel for the first time in your life


I rather watch two plus size woman over 60 wrestle in Jello

I rather watch two plus size woman over 60 wrestle in Jello


Solomon, why do you keep bringing up the plus size nudie bar? LOL. You seem to work it into many convos. LOL.

Solomon, why do you keep bringing up the plus size nudie bar? LOL. You seem to work it into many convos. LOL.



The only other disgusting thing I can think of that's on the level of keenan and kel:lol: :lol:

mine favorites
haning with mr cooper
the jerfferson's
amen
famiiy matters
sanford and son
the huglys
roc
malcome and eddie
the wayn brothers
sister ,sister

I love my classic 70s black sitcoms... and I may get berated from Solomon, but yeah Kenan & Kel is hysterical! I was in my early 20s when it came out - maybe it's an age thing.

I love my classic 70s black sitcoms... and I may get berated from Solomon, but yeah Kenan & Kel is hysterical! I was in my early 20s when it came out - maybe it's an age thing.


To me, Kenan and Kel is ok if nothing else is on or if you want to watch it with kids. But I did find the movie "Good Burger" pretty good and I own the DVD. lol

I guess Soloman can berate me too for that. :lol: