The Facts of Life on Tv Land Awards 2011

[@natalieschannel7675]

Rest In Peace Charlotte Rea and Cloris Leachman.

[@jeffreyturner7678]

Kim Fields recognizing a legend and how she / all of them are so thankful for CHarlotte Rae- and they are right- Charlotte had a say in who was hired and she mentored them and celebrated them- so wonderful to see that reverance and respect

[@lindalackey5011]

And she don't age , black don't crack

[@nmc5858]

@@lindalackey5011 sigh

[@johnnythekid4601]

As a man with Cerebral Palsy Geri Jewels speech made me cry

[@johndean4727]

She is a Hero then.

[@forestrot666]

She broke molds ! ❤

[@clightning9703]

It was so moving to see Geri after all these years. Having a disabled person on a show especially back then was groundbreaking & for a disabled person to have so much humor is amazing. God bless you Geri.

[@ladennayoung2939]

May God bless you as well in Jesus name. Amen and Amen and Amen and Amen. 💜💜💜💜

[@ladennayoung2939]

That is was sweet of you. Many wouldn't acknowledge that.

[@clightning9703]

@@ladennayoung2939 thank you for your response... i appreciate that. God bless

[@nassauguy48]

I was glad to see her there. She apparently left the show under a cloud when her attempt to get signed on as a regular rather than a recurring cast member was rejected by the producers. Evidently, her agent advised her to walk away, and she pretty much did.

[@clightning9703]

@@nassauguy48 wow.. didn't know

[@davidfischer5576]

The respect that these women show for their fans and each other,especially for the wonderful Charlotte Rae is amazing. The newer entertainers should take a lesson from the stars of the past who showed true gratitude towards their fans. LOVED THIS SHOWED AND ITS WONDERFUL TALENTED CAST!!

[@chuckles1972]

It was cool when Lisa and Nancy got their applause for the work they did on that show. Blair and Jo ....their bickering and going back-and-forth with each other was somewhat the highlight of the show and was what everybody wanted to see. The other girls were great too. It was such a funny show.

[@Nepthu]

I agree. I thought of Jo an Blair as the A team with Nat and Tootie as the B team. I loved them all but watched mostly for the Jo/Blair dynamic.

[@bosborn29150]

They have always been good friends during the show, long after and even now

[@terrysmith8749]

Nancy saved that show from cancellation.

[@Nightman221k]

Blair and Jo were my favorite odd couple duo of all time. Facts of Life wouldn't have been the same if they never brought in Jo. I love all the characters but I feel like the heart of the show was how their unlikely friendship became rock solid.

[@alonzocato]

Lisa Whelchel and Nancy Mckeon still Babes after all the years.

[@kendallrivers1119]

Uh, let's not leave out Kim Fields who was the crush of every black boy in the 80's lol and she's still FINE as hell today.

[@mediachristiantv7472]

Indeed

[@SoonerBear]

Absolutely! I had tears in my eyes, especially when Nancy made her speech.

[@jamesdavison2927]

​@@kendallrivers1119I loved her the most as a VERY WHITE BOY SHE STILL is "the one" out of those girls that does it for me WOW FINE FINE FINE

[@55Porter]

Blair was always my crush on the show but Kim Fields was looking out of this world at this ceremony! 🤩

[@mrnocal]

As a male teen in the 80s this was definitely not a "guilty pleasure" for me. I loved the show and wasn't afraid to admit it. Even in my first year of college starting in late 83 I'd go into the rec room between classes and often everyone would be watching reruns of it and loving it. The girls on the show were our age group and the scripts dealt with issues we dealt with. It's a classic!

[@johndean4727]

The story lines were heavy and dramatic.

[@danbryan3417]

I also was a teen boy that was a fan of the show. Mindy Cohn as Natalie was my very first celebrity crush.

[@forestrot666]

It was a very well rounded show and definitely was a comfort show for many, I know this much. ❤

[@SamuelJones-v8x]

A sexy 80s teen!!...😆

[@carolecarr5210]

Didn't they all grow up to be ladies with heart, intelligence & humility. Great show, great writers & fantastic cast.

[@EsterKunin-zs2dw]

I absolutely adored this show and every single character. They were truly a family.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@denisecappelletti2648]

we need more shows Like The Facts of Life !!!!!

[@mysterion3182]

Even though I own all the seasons on DVD, I still get up early and watch reruns on MeTV.

[@VanessaDelich]

My favorite show. the wholesome show. I hope the Hollywood will create this kind of show

[@bubblybubbles4326]

Mrs.Garret was a Mother-Fiqure for all of us Growing up♥️

[@MsDisneylandlover]

Love her n miss her ❤

[@meggrotte4760]

It was all these shows that were in the 90s.That really made a difference in my life I kept me going when I was a kid and felt like life wasn't worth it.

[@Aquaticus12]

This made me emotional! I grew up watching this show in the 90s and always wondered where the girls went. So happy they all are still friends with each other. So sad Charolette Rae passed away, but it's nice she was with them for so long after the show ended. I hope they do another Facts of Life reunion in the future!

[@bqkmg2037]

This came out in the 80s not 90s.

[@Aquaticus12]

@@bqkmg2037 I was born in 1989 so watched the show growing up in the 90s lol.

[@bqkmg2037]

@@Aquaticus12 true...lol

[@johndalton3180]

I was once involved in a charity that was selling $1000 tickets to their gala. Kim Fields couldn't make it, but sent at $1,000 donation anyway. Getting absolutely NOTHING in return- no publicity, nothing. I always remembered what a kind and classy move that was on her part. Love her.

[@carrie14u2nv]

Lord Kim fields made me cry

[@mca1218]

Seriously. From age 9 to a perfectly gorgeous 42-year old, and testifying with the greatest poise, passion, and joy you ever saw. Magnificent! I am rediscovering this show on MeTV- despite it airing at six o'clock in the morning!!

[@Mr.EmeraldTheGreen]

I know right? I cry every time I watch this,, and especially since we lost our beloved Charlotte Rae, RIP Mrs. G I love you, always ❤️❤️❤️

[@ericandy88]

@@mca1218 Certainly one of the more successful child star-to-adult star transitions in the industry. I am guessing Chip really looked after her daughter & made sure she stayed on the path, when quite often the parents are the ones helping their talented kids grow up too fast. At the same time, you would never guess one could go from The Facts Of Life to Living Single the way she was able to. Interesting how they cast young for Tootie, when the tradition is often to get slightly older actors who can still play young (thereby, avoiding or lowering the chances of "child star syndrome").

[@clightning9703]

i was more touched by Geri, her character was so amazing & her personality is so moving, for her to live like that & still find humor is incredible. She overcame & conquered a huge obstacle in her life... bravo to her. It was emotional seeing her after all these years.

[@emilyhayes6609]

@@clightning9703 yea

[@waylontassone8732]

Every time i watch the Facts of Life it brings me back to a simpler time when i was a kid in Corpus Christi ,Texas. They had a lot of good shows back then .

[@jackgrenon5395]

I would like to see one more reunion show where the girls re-unite for Mrs Garrett's funeral and they could pay tribute to Charlotte Rae

[@KingD-light]

That's not a bad idea at all.

[@nassauguy48]

@@KingD-light Wow, I don't know. When Kim Fields was interviewed shortly after Charlotte died, she kind of broke down. I am not sure they would be able to get through an entire movie of that nature.

[@KingD-light]

@@nassauguy48 you know what my friend if I saw that I've probably would have broke down myself. Charlette Rae was a sweetheart in real life.

[@yans.3908]

This is such a great idea!

[@marygraham9338]

My guilty pleasure for sure. Love them all. Nancy McKeon was my fave!

[@terrysmith8749]

Nancy saved Facts. Facts was headed for the dumpster, until Nancy ( Jo ) McKeon showed up at Eastland. Her character of Jo became a huge hit, and a great nemessis for Blair. Although I thought that the character of Blair became far and away to arrogant and conceited, to the point that it wasn't funny anymore, it was disgusting.

[@Queenofsole100]

*I watched this show in syndication during the summer time with my siblings while our mom was working. We are better people because of the lessons Facts of Life showed us.* 💯

[@forestrot666]

Charlotte Rae was a icon. ❤ why am I tearing up through this?

[@IceManLikeGervin]

Great show, great cast! A Diff'rent Strokes spin-off that took off.

[@jad8123]

Even the show biz people in the audience were excited to see Lisa & Nancy hand in hand accepting the award. All the girls did a great job on the show but Blair & Jo were “it”. I can’t explain it but they could have each accepted the award solo like everyone else did but they didn’t. After, all these years it doesn’t get old. The amazing thing was they didn’t even audition together. Nancy just showed up for Season 2 and hit the ground running. Just natural talent I suppose but those two were beyond special.

[@leahakel6383]

Thank you TVLAND for bringing these wonderful TV programs of the past it put smile on my face

[@clightning9703]

i was so touched by Geri, even still today, disabled people are "outcasts" & ostracized by society... it's like NOBODY want's to hire, work with, seen with or talk to a disabled & especially deformed person. Wow, her character was so amazing & her personality is so moving, for her to live like that & still find humor is incredible. She overcame & conquered a huge obstacle in her life, bravo to her. It was emotional seeing her & the entire casts after all these years.... this show was part of my life growing up & i'm so glad it was. (Blair is so right, they don't make & will not ever make shows like this anymore).

[@xtow46]

Her speech was very emotional

[@xtow46]

Her speech was very emotional

[@Nightman221k]

Geri's character on Facts of Life was delightful and groundbreaking and Geri was a great actress.

[@clightning9703]

@Declan Washington huh

[@clightning9703]

@Declan Washington i wrote that over 2yrs ago but yes it's gotten better lately i see... but it was harder in Geri's time

[@northystwinkle6973]

This show will always have a place in my heart thank you for being a part of my childhood you ladies are my heros

[@mca1218]

A testament that each of the Eastland girls turned into fine, elegant, women- and still doin' it 30 years later!!

[@leilanisunsets1362]

Standing ovation!!!!

[@muscleboystud5291]

What a great show it was. All these girls, now ladies, are a class act.

[@HiltonHoskins]

They were family and you felt the love seeing them together again. It was beyond.❤️🌹🍻

[@barbaraeggleston6858]

Amazing people who changed my life forever I'm Actually from the town of Peekskill I grew up there when I was young

[@Regreviews]

This was the best tv land awards in my opinion

[@fool4singing]

They're all so lovely and gracious, and I still have a crush on Lisa! Charotte was a tremendous role model for this show!

[@charlesclark9627]

I still watch on Me-tv!

[@SorayaEsfandiary_]

I loved Mrs. Garrett, the show was never the same after she left.

[@sheryljones5207]

So glad that they were given this award they truly deserve it. They are all wonderful actress and have grow up to be true friend's and like Lisa said she is so glad there still able too influence kids of today because of T.V.Land. God Bless them All. Amen.

[@ML-rc7kb]

Kim and Geri speeches love love love

[@hfxmusicman]

This made me smile and tear up. I love this show and knowing these beautiful ladies are all still friends makes me so happy.

[@drummingdanny84]

The show ran for almost a decade. Damn!

[@darrinbaker00]

When the producers were pressuring the girls to lose weight, Charlotte Rae stood up for them. She was loyal to them, and they remained loyal to her until her passing.

[@JenniferBrigitteOpticalVortex]

Beautiful woman! May she rest in peace

[@tvormwald]

Lisa Whelchel was my Favorite. I had a big time crush on her back then!

[@michaelglass4701]

Lisa Whelchel is beautiful.

[@biruss]

@@michaelglass4701 yes she is

[@zyxzyx3030]

What boy didn't)

[@Emptiness512]

what a great show

[@SECCION10X]

R.I.P. CHARLOTTE RAE....

[@kevinhaynes8630]

Charlotte Rae been my favorite person since The Facts of Life and Different Strokes, R.I.P

[@kendallrivers1119]

Loved me some Mrs. Garrett growing up! R.I.P. to a very talented, funny and warm woman who was everybody's favorite aunt or mother figure.

[@keithjacobson1640]

Yes, we did love you all, Charlotte

[@fraiser3330]

Natalie was my favourite 😂❤️🇨🇦😂😂

[@robholly3164]

They don't make TV shows like that anymore

[@CodeBleu724]

I was age 7-16 during the Facts of Life run...Saturday nights on NBC. I didn't mind staying home and out of trouble to watch the girls.

[@FromNaboo]

I continue to be amazed by Nancy and Lisa's chemistry. Since they were youngsters, they have had a closeness that is difficult to explain. I attribute a lot of the success of the series to the Jo/Blair duo. Many look for this type of electricity on the screen their entire lives. How lucky we are to have seen them for years. Facts of Life is one of the best series for me, the script was incredible in the first seasons. The comedy time of the girls and Mrs. Garrett is no longer seen today. I grew up in Peru in the 90's, but luckily, I found this show on cable. What a blessing.

[@kendallrivers1119]

Blair and Jo together were like Andy and Barney from The Andy Griffith Show. They became one of tv's greatest comedy duos! I had a huge crush on both growing up too along with Kim Fields.

[@starbeauty672]

Kim fields looks amazing here.

[@lindagurrera685]

These women are ageless especially lisa and nancy - well all of them really

[@bilalahmed2123]

Amazing show

[@farrellmcnulty909]

5:50 - Cloris Leachman had the best attitude. I don't think she saw the point of herself being up there, I'm sure she felt like she was put on the spot, but I'm glad she was, anyway. I loved that she laughed the whole thing off.

[@igloozoo3771]

Lets remember that Cloris was Wonder Woman (Lynda Carters) mother...lol

[@johndalton3180]

@@igloozoo3771 And she was beautiful. Cloris had this amazing ability to switch from hag to beauty queen.

[@benjsmithproductions]

in a way, I wish some of the original season 1 girls had been invited.

[@annmariekawana2939]

I remember watching facts of life 6.30pm every night after dinner as a 14-15 yr old great show back than Now I’m a nan of 9 grandchildren aka moko’s they wouldn’t even know what comedy shows are in this generation ❤

[@vnesssblk1]

I Love These Wonderful, Beautiful Ladies; The Facts of Life TV Show, And Followed Them on Other Shows...TFOL Then, Now, And 4ver💜💯

[@ralphgomez7808]

Awesome, brings back memories when I was young. My sisters loved the facts of life.

[@stacystoltz8722]

Fact 😎 Show 🎉😊😊😊❤

[@lauranowak3632]

I tried from the premiere episode never to miss another. However, time moved on, and that wasn’t always possible. I got older, got a job in high school working nights and couldn’t always catch each show. I tried to keep up via reruns, but things always seemed to come up. However, I always seemed to manage to nab a bit of knowledge from each episode which got me through a lot of hard times. They felt like my family as well, and so many people said I reminded them of Jo who was my favorite character. Thank you ladies one & all.

[@irishcladdagh3]

THE BEST SHOW EVER MADE 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@johndean4727]

Yes.

[@sweetlistenings3324]

RIP Mrs. Garrett aka Charolette Rae

[@marcusharper8980]

Born 1/15/95 grew up watching it

[@oilinmylamp]

So beautiful

[@freedomhigh2160]

What a BEAUTIFUL group of people, inside and out, just wonderful !!! ❤❤❤

[@deborahclark5292]

My friends and I when we were teens would always get together and make sure we watch this show every day I'm 53 and I still love it

[@caroleastmond9064]

Wonderful speeches, Wonderful Show!!💝🎉🎉

[@katiewilliams5643]

Loved facts of life loved the show period

[@rocee1140]

I grew up with this show. Lisa and Nancy look gorgeous

[@SixTenVisuals]

I know folks shrink in height a bit as they age but Charlotte...wow! She used to be the same height as all the girls.

[@cowboykody6775]

Amazing, and Jo,s brother played Tommy on Alice

[@kimberlycubbs5752]

Love the show and cast.Amazing cast

[@DaddyLovesRyanne]

Kim Fields Is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥😍

[@williamsteed9093]

Frau Bluker! (Horse neighing).R. I. P. Cloris ! R. I. P. Charlotte! Miss u both!

[@charles1203]

Thanks to all these apps we can show the new generation the classics.

[@Lanae8199]

I was born in 1981. I had an older sister and we would watch shows like Facts of Life when we were kids.

[@ML-rc7kb]

Charlotte and Geri i love you 2

[@janicepowell2188]

Facts of life is my favorite show. If I'm not sleeping it my favorite show to watch

[@PrestonWilson-wm2rl]

AWESOME Ladies!

[@metalwitch58]

Grew up watching this show!

[@kristyhaynes1130]

Great show !!!!!!!!!!!

[@pattibrooks1907]

I love The Facts Of Life show in reruns and when it was on from 1979 till 1987 !I was 23 when it started I was 27 when it ended ! THe girls are all women now and oh so very sweet and pretty ! I love how they all accepted the award ! I never saw nasty mean things on You Tube Comments if I dont like something I dont go and print it on here but some people do but mostly see nice comments on here ! Enjoyed the video ! Thanks to you so so much !

[@BillCosbyTouchedMyDoodle]

I love that Cloris kept her acceptance speech accordingly to her contribution on TFOL -- short. That really emphasizes her humility.

[@fateemahshakur7405]

We need these type of awards back

[@freddie488]

I've always loved Charlotte Rae and seeing these young women defer to her as a source of love, comfort and inspiration- I'm right to have always loved her.

[@ML-rc7kb]

I enjoy nancy as well talented actress

[@ravenbaa7989]

Lisa❤

[@kevinhaynes1384]

RIP Charlotte Rae and Cloris leichman

[@farscape319]

I miss the tv show

[@lindagurrera685]

Valerie looks like she did on one day at a time omg

[@minnieciaminniewinston9064]

Charlotte Rae, Cloris Leachman gone but not forgotten

[@MsDisneylandlover]

I have this on dvd

[@DaveWollenberg]

Missin' were Julie Piekarski, Julie Anne Haddock, Felice Schachter, and Molly Ringwald.

[@kendallrivers1119]

Well let's be honest. The show everyone remembers and loves is when Jo came in and it was down to four girls and Mrs. Garrett. I mostly didn't even like the first season, the show got way more interesting and fun to watch when Jo came in, the chemistry worked better and the characters of Tottie, Blair and Natalie were way more fleshed out with more screentime.

[@Diostillrocks]

Molly Ringwald never appeared in any reunion episode or interview with the other girls about the show.

[@farrellmcnulty909]

@@Diostillrocks She didn't have to. The Breakfast Club was sort of like her "Facts of Life". SHE was Blair (it's funny her character was called "Clair").

[@nassauguy48]

@@Diostillrocks Well, aside from moving on to big screen stardom as part of the Brat Pack, she was TRULY PISSED about being fired from FOL.

[@4nlover635]

The original cast should have been up there too.

[@nassauguy48]

I agree. Without the chicken, there is no egg.

[@suzyzoom]

Agreed.

[@hallandrum6157]

I would like to have an opportunity to meet these ladies in person I watched them just about while they were growing up while I was growing up it was a blessing to see these ladies act in front of you but be real people out of the world may God bless y’all

[@night_owl_sadness]

I was born in 1984 I remember in the 90's Nick at Nite had reruns of the Facts of Life and I love that show I don't have cable so I recently got a Roku and found a few seasons of the Facts of Life on it I wish they had all the seasons but I watched every season I could R.I.P Charlotte Rae 😭

[@michaelcope190]

I still have a crush on Nancy McKeon.😍

[@keemez]

any dude who doesn't has malfunctioning eyes

[@chriscanale9535]

love you all

[@daviddriver2692]

So sad that Charlotte is gone...but NEVER forgotten

[@tim58850]

Charlotte Rae was from Wisconsin so happy I'm from Wisconsin I think Joe is very pretty go Nancy

[@stacystoltz8722]

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