The cherished sitcom portrayed black American families like never before, defying stereotypes and exploring themes that still resonate today. Thirty years on, its cast tell Maighna Nanu how it broke new ground
was different, says Parsons, now 53. “Our show was a little more irreverent – we were definitely sillier and the characters were broader.” For many viewers, it was the first time they had seen a black family on TV and by season three it had become America’s most popular show with an all-black cast.
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