Are you a fan of the classic American sitcom Sanford and Son? Sanford and Son were based on the British sitcom Steptoe and Son and is remembered as one of the funniest American sitcoms of all time. The show’s success, no doubt, came from the excellent Sanford and Son cast.
▬Contents of this video▬ 00:00 - Intro 00:29 - Redd Foxx 02:30 - LaWanda Page 03:34 - Whitman Mayo 04:44 - Don Bexley 05:55 - Nathaniel Taylor 06:50 - Pat Morita 07:48 - Outro
Sadly, many of the Sanford and Son cast members have now left us – though their legacies live on. They all came from humble backgrounds and had many struggles before they reached stardom. There’s much we can learn from all the Sanford and Son cast members.
Fred G. Sanford was played by the legendary Redd Foxx. Born as John Elroy Sanford, he spent his early adult life working odd jobs – including being a dishwasher with Malcolm X! He began his career as a stand-up comedian and then became a star when he was cast in Sanford and Son.
LaWanda Page began her show business career as a teenager. She also became a stand-up comedian and was brought to the mainstream when she was cast as Aunt Esther in Sanford and Son. Her character and portrayal is easily one of the most memorable of any American sitcom.
Whitman Mayo barely had any acting experience when he was cast as Grady in Sanford and Son. He’s remembered as one of the most recognized actors in African-American cinema and television.
Likewise, the first time Don Bexley appeared on TV was at the age of 62 when he was cast as Bubba in Sanford and Son. His life’s journey to get to this now iconic character is sure to inspire anyone.
Two of the other supporting cast members who were added to the show were Rollo Lawson and Ah Chew – played by Nathaniel Taylor and Pat Morita respectively.
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How Each Sanford and Son Cast Member Died
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