SANFORD AND SON (1972-1977) Cast THEN and NOW, All the actors died tragically!!

[@teegee1617]

One of the best sitcoms ever.❤ The topics were relevant then as they're now❤❤❤ I will never stop watching this show.

[@janice369]

And everyone every color & age LOVVVED it!!!

[@veracummings4639]

The entire Sanford and Son cast was awesome. It’s hard for me to pick one specific cast member. This was absolutely one of the funniest sitcoms during that time.

[@4jazzymanagement]

I totally agree with you

[@mikesnaturalroast7748]

It really was.

[@rock-n-ro2094]

I agree as well, I love watching them all.

[@bernicetravis7542]

I. Love. All. The. Cast. Awesome. God. Bless. Them. Aman🎉🎉❤❤

[@mondocjenson-dy8zd]

I miss that era of TV comedy. Todays network offerings are Goat tripe.

[@gogoyubari366]

One of the greatest TV shows ever! All of the characters were my favorite.

[@stephensaul1351]

Great Show;;,

[@groberts5337]

My family and I favourite of all times

[@GeorgeAlexander1000]

It's impossible for me to pick just one favorite since the entire Sanford & Son cast were all great and natural actors and comedians. Even the reruns are light years more entertaining than today's comedy shows in my opinion.

[@aubriellewilliams-o4d]

All was great in Sanford and son I all the shows

[@POPDee-ww4iu]

Yes I certainly have to agree 😊

[@vincentbrown6873]

I grew up watching this show back in the days of Sanford and Sons. Redd Fox was the golden era of comedy and his work inspired other new comedians in all walks of life. He is a true gem that makes this show a classic hit through the ages then and now. All the characters in this show then and now will never be forgotten because their work brings togetherness and awareness of what society is today. Good characters, good show and one of a kind comedy of the century. 😊

[@brianfield1572]

The best sitcom ever! My fav is Fred G.Sanford

[@janice369]

Just LOVVVED all of them so much. As a kid & as an adult.

[@michaelrobinson7892]

The whole Sanford & Son cast was lathable but Reddfoxx took the show!!! Him & Ester

[@michaelrobinson7892]

I grew up watching Sanford & Son and still watch the re- runs

[@eleanorvinson664]

Wow watched Sanford and Son every time it came on never missed an episode all of the actors were my favorite❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@amandap6278]

Redd and Lawanda were lifetime friends, he fought hard to get her that part. I couldn't imagine anyone else being Esther. Their comedic chemistry was legendary.

[@callieduval3000]

There was one before her but they called her Ethel and she was just as funny but when Lawanda came she put the hood in the part. I still watch til this day.

[@crownejewell]

So true so true 👍

[@lyndaknowling6962]

The best ever,she always made you laff. Just like Fred Sanford/Red Fox, the best.

[@Yours_and_only_crackhead]

​❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@briandavid3637]

Same as Marcie and Al Bundy,and yes I have box sets of Sanford and son 😂

[@ericb2397]

One of the BEST shows is on, and still great to look at. I Love both Fred and Esther. They made the show what it was. May all of the Cast RIP 🙏 that past on. Good luck to those still with us.

[@mariaddubkg531]

I still can’t get enough of Sanford and Son. I watch the reruns every chance I get😂

[@brokenangel3695]

Same here. I grew up watching these iconic Classic Sitcoms, the 50’s - mid 90’s were The Best sitcoms ever. To choose just 1 of these Classic Icons of this show, Hummm 🤔💬 that’s impossible, they were all SO amazing, andI still love and enjoy watching reruns to this Dax @ 64 years of age never tire watching them, I will say characters Esther and Sanford their bickering between them was SO funny, yet all characters were / are still and will always be Icons in the sitcom world. God Bless them all and those who passed May they 🌟 🩷 🛐🕊️🙏RIP🙏🕊️🛐🩵🌟 they are missed but never forgotten as we continue to watch and cherish their brightest moments on Sanford and Son, AMEN 🙏❤️❤️❤️ Thank You for posting this was great fun reminiscing back to the past.

[@lisafutch657]

AND STILL CRACK UPPPP!!!..ALL I WATCH ARE THESE 70 AND 80'S sitcoms over everything I'm 51😊

[@mariaddubkg531]

@@lisafutch657 yes ma’am😂

[@janicex7976]

I do to every night and get a kick out of Grady, Ester, Fred I laugh when Fred and Ester get into it and Grady cause he can't get nobody name right and he was funny too

[@tonyfriend7413]

@@janicex7976 looms..Lamont

[@ralphcrudup]

The arguments between Fred and Esther were truly epic. Such great timing.

[@CindyNorwood-kw7sm]

ALL of the cast

[@cherylwright5072]

Love Them All But Fred Sanford, My Favorite ❤️

[@akken2112]

I still remember when Fred and Aunt Ester were arguing and Aunt Ester called him a "frog eyed fish-eating fool" 😂😂

[@AndreJones-p1f]

@@CindyNorwood-kw7sm😊

[@philliplinkous1840]

Fred

[@curtishill1993]

So many good memories of Sanford and son 😊, I still watch reruns

[@robertharris9948]

One of my favorite shows as a kid. Fred and Aunt Ester arguing was classic. So funny!

[@myrtlemorrison8719]

You should stop showing these people in wheelchairs etc.

[@1dbedfo]

Those two cracked me up

[@Pzolino]

I miss my grandfather... He was so giving and so real ... I thank all of you for your comments .. Amen 🙏🏿

[@4jazzymanagement]

Thanks for sharing your grandfather with us

[@lisascott-london55]

Rip to all of the excellent actors and may God bless the ones that are still here❤

[@clyderose843]

I love the whole cast there's no one better than the next they ALL made it come together😂

[@aprildockery6669]

In 1972, I was 2 years old. I used to watch Sanford and Son with my Aunt Marge when I was about 9 years old. I enjoyed all the characters. Redd Fox was full of laughs. Thank you for the update on such a wonderful cast.

[@travispearson2370]

All of Sanford and Son characters were my favorites one of the greatest sitcoms ever❤ I love that show and that cast always and forever

[@shebbiap5672]

They were all my favorite. Great actors all of them. The ones that has gone b4 us may they RIP.

[@Brave2standalone]

Brings up the memories - one of my favorite sitcomes!

[@kathleenwassum7712]

I loved the chemistry between Redd and Lawanda. I laughed so hard every time they had a scene together! There was no one else who could’ve played Esther and Fred Always made us Laugh! I LOVED that show and never missed an episode!❤

[@evaharris6450]

Ah Chew family said he went in clear-peace, and was loved by many, i believe that, was not a "tragically type of thing." Was not in any pain. RIP to all, and I am happy to hear on reliable site, that Demond old now yes a senior citizen, is a pastor, and supposedly doing ok. All are at peace and i still watch it weekends."

[@bmwexxxoticredheadmamibell4009]

@@evaharris6450 I am agreeing chica ,hola. "Tragic" no. ALL (just about)lived a very very long time, anything, past "middle age 40s, all of 50s, is a "very very long time." so many die younger under 60, so they ALL seemingly and have lived a very Very long time, and look how great WOODROW age, he was aging quite nicely for late 80s or early 90s, i am so happy he AND "donna" and others had a very long life. RIP to them all. Good Lamont (Demond Wilson) yes, is still with us, pero chica, but, they ALL are STILL WITH US, each and every time we tune-in to TV one to see it." adios.

[@Taylor-zz7cv]

@@bmwexxxoticredheadmamibell4009 Well said, BMWExxxotic RedheadMamibella. that's how i am feeling, you're saying it just better than i can. - So true, i watch regularly too and my Black sistser in law Reka. We love it, my father before he passed on a few years ago, loved it til his 80s, lived a very long time ,as well, as he still at peace but, i always remember laughing with dad, and mom, still here she 88 now. still healthy happy. LOVE this show.

[@LawMami0806]

@@bmwexxxoticredheadmamibell4009 so true icam( couldn't agree more) if you're bless to live til Old Age @ mid 60s (65-90s)then you lived a FULL LIFE that MOST of us sadly will not, so they all lived a longgggg time, but FRED died, i am thinking the youngest at late 60s, is real sad, i think 68, alot of people live now way long 79-80s 90s) so Fred, he went to peace rip early late 60s, but me too, i watch each wknd, never missing it."adios.

[@DDHExploration]

Their chemistry was absolutely amazing! Redd Foxx and LaWanda Page had an undeniable comedic connection that brought so much joy and laughter to the viewers. Their scenes together were pure gold, and their comedic timing was impeccable. LaWanda Page's portrayal of Aunt Esther was iconic, and Redd Foxx's portrayal of Fred Sanford always had us in stitches. It's wonderful to hear that you loved the show and never missed an episode. It truly was a gem of a sitcom that continues to bring laughter and warmth to fans. ❤

[@marthamason3309]

This kept my family and I in stitches for years! Miss them! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Thank you for the memories! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@mondocjenson-dy8zd]

From Esther and Woody to Hoppy and Smitty. I miss that era of TV.

[@markkeats6302]

I was in HS when Sanford & Son debuted. One of the funniest TV shows of all time & incredible cast. The confrontations between Aunt Ester & Fred were epic. The writing was perfect & ethnic humor was hysterical. Fred & Grady in Chinese restaurant had me fall off my chair. RIP & god bless you all cast members no longer with us.

[@am3589]

This was golden to view and each character I loved. We grew up watching Sanford & Son in our household. My late dad, Billy Williams, was good friends with Wilson Mayo back in the day. I remember he'd travel to Tulsa many times and my dad's neighbor, Rose, would always make a meal of smothered jack rabbit in gravy, candied sweet potatoes, fresh mustard greens, rice and biscuits. God it was good! He was such a humble gentleman and also played golf with my dad at his annual Funlovers Golf tournaments. RIP to all of the cast who've gone on.❤

[@marettaroberson515]

Loved Me some Redd Fox and Lamont on the Sanford and Son Sitcom Show 😂 Look Forward ❤to Sunday night Shows. I Remember the... Julie Show too.😂 The Good Old Days❤ ❤ 😊

[@gregorywalker6080]

Fred was the funniest old man i ever seen on tv😄

[@Cheryl-W.M]

I watch Sanford and Son EVERY NIGHT 🌙! ❤😊❤

[@reuelray]

Aunt Esther.. funniest lady in all of comedy hands down..👍👍

[@marthamorin2307]

I love the show and still watch it today. My favorite was Lamont and then Fred. I really enjoyed all of them , such a great show. They don't make them like that anymore.

[@cherylhoward9250]

I loved this series!

[@latonyamitchell4507]

Thank you for sharing such great memories of the cast members on the sitcom, " Sanford and Son". However, each cast members were very unique and they all have a very special place in my heart. The cast member that stands out the most (were them all.) I apologize, but I just cannot pick one over the other. I love them ALL😢❤

[@patriarch3056]

This and Andy Griffith are the two best shows to ever come on TV

[@charlesordone9811]

One of the greatest shows of all time. "Period!"

[@shirellelam7067]

@@charlesordone9811my brother just turned 55 yesterday watched Andy Griffith everyday he comes in from work.

[@Yvetteabby]

I can’t believe Demond Wilson is in a wheelchair!

[@jamesbrown3509]

Really? Andy Griffin, Don Knotts and that make believe racist Hicktown and the people, and the cast of Mayberry, in my belief and opinion, was patheticly white oriented, and very quite lame, except for the town drunk played by Otis Campbell. 😒 🙄

[@curtishill1993]

Take care of yourself when you are young, when you are old you will look younger than you are Amen 🙏🙏🙏

[@loveis1111]

Stay close to GOD and you will look amazing ❤. Have a blessed day 😇.

[@denniscasely-hayford3245]

So true.

[@Barbara-po6nh]

A few ppl that took care...are dead..still..

[@loveis1111]

@@Barbara-po6nh If you are truly living a life that honors GOD, HE will lengthen your days. Surrender to GOD. HE loves us very much, unconditionally, even when we are horrible, HE loves us. Turn away from your sin, it's only leading to darkness. Get on and stay on your righteous path. Have a blessed day.(This message is for Everyone)

[@rashpolo7429]

@@loveis1111that’s is absolutely true. Even if your days are numbered, he will surely lengthen your days

[@davidwhite9848]

I was seven years old when this sitcom came out. One of the funniest shows on TV and my favorite.

[@shellydludla6153]

The whole cast was just awesome

[@shellydludla6153]

Ok

[@CarlBraddy]

Some great memories watching that show during the early 70’s.Enjoy every moment of it.

[@desmondblackett9299]

An amazing group of talented artists!!! Thanks for the memories and the laughs!

[@d.vaughn8990]

I never realized how much this shows actors connected with me. As the deaths of the cast member’s is announced, I find myself feeling sad - as-if a family member passed! I am quite glad, several are still alive!

[@RosaleeElsey]

I love watching that show as a child still like the rerun😊

[@LisaSmith-uf7hy]

I love them all thank you for sharing ❤

[@ngozikaigbokwe4198]

I enjoyed the sitcom with my family in Nigeria when I was a little kid. Can't forget the good old days when many of us we're just innocent than what we're seeing now

[@goldiegreen3273]

Loved this show it was so entertaining.

[@blancaavalos8241]

I loved all of the actors! This sitcom has been one of the greatest! Of all time.!

[@calvinbealer7264]

Classic Gold Sitcoms that will Live on Forever ♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️

[@CelebritiesHeritage]

Absolutely! These classic sitcoms have left an indelible mark on television history and will continue to bring laughter for generations to come.

[@markcepeda8144]

Yes agreed

[@berzerkerjoe684]

What a great show. Ah...the good old days of comedy !!!

[@CelebritiesHeritage]

Indeed! It's nostalgic to think about the golden era of comedy. This show was truly a gem that brought so much joy.

[@berzerkerjoe684]

@@CelebritiesHeritage Yes

[@robertleath9913]

I loved them all. One of the funniest shows ever on TV.

[@lindalowe8341]

Having grown up with these characters I feel a loss but I know that they were not young when I was 8 so that's life. I moved to Vegas in '87 and I saw Red live! It was a treat!!

[@lizziebartley6300]

Fred himself was my favorite,then Lawndale page,then lamont,then woody,bubble,then grady,then Donna, ralo,then the rest of the crew.❤❤❤this show watches it every day 🎉🎉❤❤

[@paulettemiller7520]

Those were the days . I pray we could have one more laugh with the remaining cast . They all were hilarious 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@KiiKiiMc]

Sanford and Son was hilarious First it came on once a week After the show was over in 1977 the old episodes came on every day for 30 minutes

[@Jim-d6d]

My dad would not stop laughing everytime he watched Redd Foxx in Sanfer.

[@kuttomoses]

Memories Are made of This. I used to watch this program when I was in primary school in the 1970's. Thanks For Sharing this Awesome memories. It keeps me motivated

[@dustinavery2216]

I was just a child in the 1980's & I remember watching the reruns of "Sanford & Son" on TV & just laughing at all of characters on that show. With some of the funniest & talented comedians, actors, actresses, & musicians at that time. But there was a few episodes that also showed the dynamics of how thing's was back then too. And if you paid attention you learned something about life.

[@karintraut8151]

All of them, awesome actors 🌍

[@_oly_241]

One of my favorite sitcoms of all times....RIP

[@charlesjackson1991]

I still watch it. Really great show. Glad it came out when I was a teenager and can understand where they came from.

[@breylaashgames9975]

I still laugh at this show today. Miss all those characters. Especially Fred

[@DDHExploration]

The entire Sanford and Son cast was awesome.

[@Icebirdsmm2]

This show was everything 🙌

[@bonita2039]

One of my fav sitcoms!!! They were all my fav characters

[@BarbaraOdum-gt9yc]

Loved all the members all so funny. Gave us a lot of joy out here and iam.83❤. Thank you.

[@johnniestephens265]

I loved all the actors on the show. ALL of them. Great 😢show. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@carlreynolds7043]

I always thought Rollo was the coolest brother. He had that style and swag that reminded you of someone you knew or a family member.

[@joanndickens3933]

Truthfully I loved all of them but Fred and LaWanda really stood out and made me laugh 🎉❤

[@trinayoung4037]

Loved the show ... Redd Foxx my favorite

[@jostastena297]

Back then these sitcoms were part of that village that raised you. Loved all of them, all the way here in Suriname - South America.

[@nfn4]

Watching this video of the then and now actors made me be at more peace with my own mortality. RIP to all who have passed on.

[@christinebailey5655]

❤. Loved them all. The ones who departed this life may they rest in peace. Damon may God bless you in all that you continue to do. Much love to you and your family.❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍👍👍👍❤❤❤

[@reddiamond6688]

Ester and Grady always make me laugh. However, this was or is one of the best sitcoms right up the top of that ladder. Miss the show.

[@researcherwriter6687]

They all were crazy!😂 Damn I loved Sanford & Son. I still watch the reruns.

[@donnastokes-manning6175]

One of my favorite shows growing up.

[@tbarker36]

I still watch the this show. I love it 🥰💜

[@walterearl5138]

Thanks for sharing, R.I.P my Hero

[@margueritewashington5734]

All the characters on Sanford and Son. I loved them all.

[@isrealneal7552]

This is one of my favorite shows I love watching this one and good times was other favorite 🎉😂

[@victorolson5142]

They were all my favorite 😊

[@angelaalexander2234]

It would be unfair to ALL of the cast members to say who was the best - in their roles THEY WERE ALL THE BEST!! I sure wish shows like this were still on tv - we NEED some light-hearted fun and laughter to combat the meanness that has crept in....

[@janedougherty3327]

I agree. I feel like they are family. Loved each and every one of these beautiful people. God bless all of you.

[@RandyWarren-x8b]

It was much watch TV. The show was woven into the fabric of our lives. Never get tired of watching the show. It was the black "All in the Family".

[@sonvonia6353]

Grady,Ester,Fred G Sanford were my favorites this was an epic sitcom..

[@lindaanthony1830]

Best comedy show ever. I wish that it could be redone and be as good as it was then.

[@johnlandacre767]

This was a truly funny show. The actors were all top notch, and hilarious. They all had their roles, Lamont, straight man, meddling sister in law, Esther, the classy woman that played Fred’s love interest, they were all wonderful, imo. I suppose this show wouldn’t be shown today, because it would be thought of as presenting stereotyped black characters. I hope I’m wrong, because it was really well-done and enjoyable for anyone age 10 or older. And it generally avoided risqué story lines. So called comedies of today bear no resemblance to the truly hilarious comedies of the 60s and 70s.

[@johnnybravoBoyah]

All the characters were awesome, rollo was kewl too I watched as a kid in the 70s , I still watch them today 😉

[@dianaprince9311]

Donna Harris played Cleon’s mother on the episode where JJ was in a gang. She’s an excellent actress.❤

[@d.jamesfusilier5597]

It ain't Cleon. His name is Mad Dog, dig it. Head of the Satan Knights war council.

[@dianaprince9311]

@@d.jamesfusilier5597 he was Cleon in the juvenile court proceedings. Dig it don’t forget he chewed gum. Lol

[@roadrunner381]

50 yrs ago, I was 12, watching this program and I loved all the characters, damn I'll be dead myself before long, oh well!🌍🌞🌛

[@faustinreeder1075]

Yep. I’m 61. Next stop is the graveyard

[@pafightclub7993]

100 is 40 yrs from now .. hell even 80 but time flies so i feel ya

[@healthyone100]

Grady was my favorite actor on Sandford and Son Lemont was my 2nd favorite he always tried to do the right thing!

[@carlkirkegaard2030]

I liked all the characters, which were so real that you forgot they were acting. Still I was always got a lift of anticipation when Grady came on the scene. The only comedy that was even close was the Honey Mooners, my 2nd favorite.

[@G.Dogbone14u]

Great job l am thankful you showed this to people very grateful

[@wandahall6393]

I loved them all!!! Wonderful crew!!!

[@ginaalexander2417]

All of them were Great Actors and played there Characters very well❣️

[@lutoniaalexander3208]

All of them where my favorite actors & Actress A loving fan!! 👌🏾👏🏽💯❤️

[@trucoley8352]

They were just great actors but my favorite was Redd Fox. RI P🙏🏽

[@SHEEM973]

They lived long 70-90 years old is a blessing

[@sheliabingham9953]

I love every last one.of them. FRED AND EASTER WAS MY FAVORITE.

[@djmurphyslaw2113]

Love that show. Those were the good old days.

[@michaelrobinson7892]

The memories are still there R.I.P. Redd foxx...

[@jeanineleealredge4404]

LAMONT SANFORD, STILL TO THIS DAY IS MY TV/HOLLYWOOD CRUSH! I'M LEGAL NOW, LAMONT 😁🤣

[@vanessamartin1972]

I loved watching them they were all great actors it's so sad that they all passed away with some sort of organ failure 😢

[@curtishill1993]

Fred William AKA red fox was my favorite character on Sanford and son 😊❤🎉

[@2075vj]

It had to be Fred himself. My mom reminded us of him so much. We use to watch growing up and they were all great actors 😊

[@agentofficerthomasa.porter107]

It Was A Great Movie🎥🎬 & Great TV🎬📺Show & Never Missed It When It 1st Aired On TV📺. The Scripts📑Were Written📝Great & Great Directing🗣📣. The Down Side Of Living Is, Our Bodies Were Never Made To Last Forever🌹🪦🌹. For All The Actors🎭 & Crews On Sanford & Son, Years After & Generations To Cum, The Show Has Lived On & Will Continue To Live On. We All Leave Our Marks in Life🌌. always, Tommy🤠

[@CarleneFrancis-gc4cp]

I grew up with All Of Them and I 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕them all.