Carroll O’Connor fought for equal billing in the credits.
When Norman Lear told O’Connor that his name would get first billing in the second season, O’Connor actually made Lear change it. O’Connor wanted Stapleton to get co-lead billing.
Carroll O’Connor Fought For Equal Billing In The Credits
Norman Lear held the role of George Jefferson for Sherman Hemsley.
When the Jefferson’s were first introduced you didn’t see George – just Louise. Sherman Hemsley was apparently stuck on another production. Rather than re-casting, Lear held the role for Hemsley when he returned.
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Norman Lear Held The Role Of George Jefferson For Sherman Hemsley
