Vicki Lawrence Reveals Why She Left Mama’s Family

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[@BostonMarcus]

I've seen every episode multiple times, and it never gets old.

[@FactsVerse]

Fun stuff, thanks for sharing! Who is your favorite cast member?

[@BostonMarcus]

@@FactsVerse Vicki, of course!

[@erinmefford8041]

It’s on the pluto tv app now on the classic tv channel usually in the late afternoon

[@harveymcelroy9332]

Amazing show!

[@Jquintan3]

I own the complete Series of Mama’s Family. Love the show.

[@FactsVerse]

We're happy to know that you're a fan of the show. In your opinion, what is its best episode?

[@user-iw8hx3rf5d]

Mama's Family aired for 2 seasons on NBC. It started in January 1983 until September 1984. It was cancelled by NBC. 2 years later, it returned in syndication for 4 years. The series ran for 6 non-consecutive seasons. Vicki ended Mama's Family in 1990 at the conclusion of the 6th season.

[@cindysmith2858]

So true I was about to write that the amount of time wasn’t correct. Just finished watching the show ending with season 6 last night. I remember watching her as a child on the Carol Burnett show and was so happy when Mamas Family aired. Good times.

[@FreyaTait]

I remember that, too. In the final episode, Naomi had a baby. The final line was spoken by Mama to the newcomer, something like "You're a Harper, you'll have to get used to yelling."

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[@RLucas3000]

@@FactsVerseI think you MUST pay for an editor. You have a lot of decent info, but it’s dreadfully edited together which makes it difficult to watch. Please at least get friends to make suggestions? This might be your worst video as far as misinformation though. Twice you imply that the show continued after she left when she never left. An error that big will make those listening question all the other facts you include. I understand that you were not old enough to be around when it was on, but you must review the facts better, or do a channel on something from your own lifetime. Here’s a juicy topic: Valerie Harper 1) Rose to fame on the Mary Tyler Moore Show 2) Got her own spin off from Mary, entitled Rhoda 3) Rhoda lasted four years and the young actress who played her younger sister Brenda on the show, later went on to provide the voice of Marge Simpson 4) Valerie later got another show with her own name in the title, Valerie, but… 5) the producers of her show hated her behavior so much, they forced her out of her own show, changing its name to Valerie’s Family and later still to The Hogun Family. 6) Any actress replacing a beloved actress like Valerie Harper in her own show would normally be hated, but the producers were smart and got the nicest, sweetest actress in the country, Sandy Duncan, to be the replacement. Smart move as the show lasted years after.

[@cliff9685]

The times are all wrong here and the reason she “left” is not true. The show had a syndication contract for a specific number of episodes (seasons 3-6 were first run syndication) after the contract was complete, she could have continued as the show was #1 in first run syndication. She chose to end the series when the syndication contract was up, as she wanted to pursue other things besides Mama which she had been playing for many years at this point. She didn’t leave, and she didn’t think the quality was subpar or anything like that. False information here and the timeline is not correct

[@marcusgurley9495]

I was always shocked there wasn't some kind of crossover between Thelma Harper and The Golden Girls

[@catbemis1513]

My Grandma and me watched this show all the time together. ❤ Brings back good memories.😊

[@FactsVerse]

Fun stuff, thanks for sharing! Which episode is the most memorable for you?

[@RemoWilliams1227]

Mine too, as well as Golden Girls and Murder She Wrote.

[@monniemcmichael3108]

I love Mama's Family. It was great. I still watch it in 2024. It is still great.

[@FactsVerse]

Us too! Which episode of the show appealed to you the most?

[@ivabender3564]

Vicki Lawrence aka Mama and Family was #1! Best old lady impersonator of all time! The Show would have never stood a chance without her! New Scripts and Storylines can for sure wreck the originality of any TV Show! Her and Carol Burnett looked so much like sisters! Love Vicki/Mama as well as Carol/Eunice! They are both for sure Two Peas In A Pod! Still Watch It constantly on DVD! Thank-You! For Sharing and God Bless!

[@FactsVerse]

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[@babybro70]

What a Great Character. I loved it when she would say "Good Lord Vinton, Wake Up & Smell The Coffee!" Haaaah!

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[@jazzymoni7750]

When they got the answering machine and Mama's greeting was "It's your dime - spill it!" I still fall out. That show was gold! 😂💗

[@FactsVerse]

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[@marknelson2-ih6sq]

I prefer Vicki over Carol .. waaay more laughs & smile for me over the years .. I still watch it

[@annazummo6660]

I still watch it

[@FactsVerse]

Us too! Who is your favorite cast member?

[@patrickchodzinski8429]

What a Fantasic show. Vicki was such a great Mama...hilarious old women

[@FactsVerse]

We're happy to know that you're a fan of the show. In your opinion, what is its best episode?

[@JE4-1]

She's fantastic! Her role as Mama was epic. she hasn't aged a bit!

[@FactsVerse]

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[@chriscambell7988]

She will always be Mama Harper. I know she will always be typecast in that role. But she is iconic in that character

[@shellycassidy5473]

I ❤re runs and thank you vickie for the laughter

[@FactsVerse]

We're happy to know that you're a fan of the show. In your opinion, what is its best episode?

[@farrellmcnulty909]

Her reigning moment of brilliance as Mama was in the Carol Burnett Show "Sorry" sketch.

[@jaymanuel3396]

Good one. Another great one was when was staying at Eunice’s house, after breaking her leg in a fall. Of course she fell, because she decided to clean Eunice’s bathtub, without being asked. 🤣

[@farrellmcnulty909]

@@jaymanuel3396 I fell apart when Eunice suddenly dropped to her knees, moaning and writhing "oh, Lord, PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEASE let mamma be all right - oh...PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEASE..."🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@msum80]

Idk how long it would have lasted but I know I'd be watching it. I watch it everyday. My favorite one is when she got an answering machine. "IT'S YOUR DIME! SPILL IT " 😂😂😂

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[@jayadams6760]

There was no "network". The show began on NBC, but after a season, it moved to syndication distribution on independent (non-network) ota stations. Also, I hardly think 7 years on a show is "cutting it short". Lawrence ended the show and was there unti the end. You made it seem like she left and the series went on without her. You said the series ended in 1986, which is false, it ended in 1990. You even said it started in 1983, so how could it be six seasons by 1986?? Gotta love when people who probably weren't even born yet like to do these videos and have no context.. and it shows.

[@kevinwilcoxon13]

Facts Verse needs to get it facts straight. It ran for 2 years on NBC in 1983 with 13 episodes in the first season and 22 episodes the second season; NBC canceled the series at the end of the second season in 1984. "Mama's Family' started its syndicated run of first run episodes in 1986 and ended after four seasons in 1990. I found this info on Internet Movie Data Base. This dude needs to do better research!

[@thefamouspeopleus]

Her portrayal of Mama on "Mama's Family" not only showcased her comedic genius but also endeared her to audiences worldwide.

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[@MOTU-SUPERJUDGE]

Ahhh the good old days when me and my family spent quality family time watching tv together. And I'm talking about mom, dad, granny, grandpa, uncle and auntie. No matter the household. To say this now seems unreal but it is and was real. Hit that like button at the least.

[@FactsVerse]

Thank you so much for sharing your life story! Which episode is the most memorable for you?

[@reglook1]

​@@FactsVerseMy Grandmother lives with us, we still gather around the TV and watch.

[@BashfulB]

OMG!!! I love this show!! Mama and Eunice 💞

[@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc]

Betty White and Rue McClanahan from The Golden Girls, also appeared on the show as recurring guest stars.

[@FactsVerse]

We're happy to know that you're a fan of the show. In your opinion, what is its best episode?

[@BashfulB]

@@FactsVerse OMG!!! When Eunice finally got a chance to act at the Pepper Pot Play House & ended up fighting everybody.🤣🤣 Wow!! Too many to mention!!

[@JessicaDuBois]

Going to her show in April!!! I watch the show still and love it. Vicki is awesome!!!❤

[@lianelayman6584]

I was going to go in Bethesda, MD but she canceled and never returned.

[@FactsVerse]

Interesting, thanks for letting us know! We wish you the best 💕

[@cuteguy9358]

Great show. I remember watching them on the air & I've bought the DVD full series.

[@angelcrowder9857]

I loved the show. "Uh-oh" was my favorite line from her. She rarely said it. When Frannie had the column she was writing for and mama pitched in, I loved it. Will always be a favorite for me.

[@FactsVerse]

We're happy to know that you're a fan of the show. In your opinion, what is its best episode?

[@aveuch]

I remember it was a bit of a break of the third wall “uh-oh”, I need to watch for it.

[@angelcrowder9857]

@@FactsVerse there were a few I liked more than others, when she told off Alberta meechum for judging Bubba and Bonita. When she was trying to make dinner, she was separating eggs, trying to make tea and brown a pie crust and nothing was going according to plan "sorry to mistake you for a family who gives a damn," and slams the kitchen closet door shut was hilarious. When she was making a new dress and was reading the instructions, "wouldn't you know a man put this together, let's do it our way, suck it in, sweety. What have you been doing, the Jane Fonda work out?" There are bits and pieces of several that I love. When she went off about the Scarlett letter.

[@PaulWhite-y7f]

I’ve seen every episode multiple times!

[@tyler2610]

It was on NBC from 1983-1984 and then in first run syndication from 1986-1990. I have seen every episode at least 5 times and they still make me laugh.

[@williammunson5832]

She was fantastic as Thelma Harper!

[@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc]

Vicki Lawrence had a number 1 song in 1973 called, The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia.

[@davidponseigo8811]

I still watch the show daily !

[@jamesorsby7553]

Lol...No life?

[@Seiferboi]

I still watch reruns of Mama's Family on CMT. It's on every weekday. Not sure about the weekends because that's when I catch up on the DVR recordings. I have a few seasons on DVD as well.

[@aadam909]

You make it sound like the show went on without her. She was in every episode. It also had 6 seasons, not 5 and it ended in 1990, not the 80’s. You guys didn’t do much fact checking huh?

[@sherrycraig1626]

One of my FAVORITE shows EVER to hit the Small screen! Being 66 MAMA’S FAMILY STILL MAKE ME LAUGH! The Carol Burnett Show was The catalyst to Mama’s Family, while Carol was ALWAYS FUNNY! I would still be watching Those 2 Shows today if They were on TV!!!! There IS so much crap On TV today THE CAROL BURNETT SHOW, & MAMA’S FAMILY was & IS in reruns a staple that Will NOT EVER leave TV!!!! Those shows would be a welcome Change to TV today!

[@little.zayzay]

Mama's Family and the Carol Burnett Show are on the free streaming service Pluto TV they come on all the time it's in the classic TV section on live TV and they're both also available on demand as well.

[@FactsVerse]

We're happy to know that you're a fan of the show. In your opinion, what is its best episode?

[@ricj7517]

I didn't care for bud and sonja

[@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc]

Bud and Sonja didn't click with the audience.

[@ricj7517]

@@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc Bubba was much better

[@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc]

@@ricj7517 Bubba had charisma.

[@ricj7517]

@@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc I liked Iola too

[@ricj7517]

@@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc not at all

[@little.zayzay]

Mama's family is currently on the free streaming service pluto tv ❤. One day i asked if they can add the show and they did.

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[@steveng-my6zk]

As an older person I can remember seeing tons of mammas around in my younger days. They dressed just like her, and even has the blue hair. My own grandmother looked like her, she wore the same dresses. Guess they all died off.😢

[@FactsVerse]

Glad to know that you watched the show! Which episode is your favorite?

[@deweyhall712]

I love it, when vicki lawerance changes into mama, when doing stand up comedy.....❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊

[@FactsVerse]

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[@deweyhall712]

@FactsVerse how's about one on Ron Howard, and his iconic roll as Opie taylor...

[@kbahr007]

Nice to see this video was not clickbate compared to numerous other videos, enjoyed the video. I will be subscribing

[@anitahargreaves9526]

I love when they argued over board games. I became a fan during lockdown. Loved the Carol Burnett Show clips seen too. 🇬🇧👵😂

[@chesterthawkins7510]

A great talent!!

[@maxinerogers172]

I love this show. This show would've still been running until the year 2000.

[@FactsVerse]

We're happy to know that you're a fan of the show. In your opinion, what is its best episode?

[@derekclancy6916]

Mama's Family ran on NBC for 2 seasons from winter/spring 1983 until 1984. Then it ran in syndication from 1986 until 1990.

[@michealstephenson6048]

I Love her in Mama's Family. I would love for them to do a 1 hr Special and call it "Mama's Family a Harper Family Reunion"!

[@teresewecker]

I would love that too,, But Ken Berry passed,, aka Vinten

[@stephenbrower1755]

Love her. Love her show. Vikki needs to guest star on Apple Palm Royal ❤

[@jzwalz51robin45]

She did not leave, the show was canceled

[@camillamartz8179]

Mama's family is like a fantastic spaghetti sauce, everything blended so well.

[@FactsVerse]

Well said, we strongly concur! Thank you for watching our content and for sharing your thoughts. Which episode is the most memorable for you?

[@gereminguyen4923]

The Show ended because Vicki Lawrance didn't want to see Joe Hamilton suffer any more, Joe had cancer of the neck and head. Joe incase you didn't know was the excutive producer of the show. Joe Hamilton who was married to Carol Burnett(spelling) at one time then divorced. Joe Hamilton according to Vicki Lawrance said Joe smoked like a train, he was a chain smoker. Joe Had gotten cancer and had a tumor removed from his forehead, and instead of keeping it wrapped up properly Joe used to keep paper towels over it according to Vicki and the towels kept falling off, and yes Joe continued to smoke. So Vicki said to Joe this is our last year. Then in June 12, 1991 he died at his home in Los Angeles at the age of 62, of cancer of the neck and head due to chain smoking. Vicking didn't want anyone else producing the show because she was loyal to Joe that much. That is why the show ended True dedication, kudos to Vicki Lawrence. I can only imagine the changes a new producer would try to make to ruin the show. It has happened too many times when a show tries to reformat itself for the new decade. Its always good to have enough episodes to live on in syndication and at least it was not a cliffhanger.

[@SusanHukel-rm4lg]

I always loved watching and listening to her.on all she did,I thought she was a great singer.

[@FactsVerse]

Us too! Thanks for your beautiful message for Vicki. 🎶

[@Adam-do8eh]

There is a glaring omission in Vicki's legacy...you neglected to mention her starring role in "The New Kids"... that show ran for a few seasons on Fox, and she was hysterical!

[@bruce8808]

In addition to her acting, Vicki is a great singer. She also had a few guest appearances as Sergeant Plout on Laverne & Shirley.

[@FactsVerse]

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[@mariolozano4537]

There was 6 seasons total 2 seasons on NBC and the remaining 4 other seasons were in syndication

[@louiscoremin7384]

Mama's family ended in 1990. It wasn't cancelled in 1986.

[@a.b.s_productions]

This Bot just kept saying the same thing over and over.

[@jons.6216]

The series had two years off after its first cancellation in 1984 and came back in a revised version that ran from 1986 to 1990.

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[@MsDisneylandlover]

I also love her on Yes Dear ❤ I love that show as well super funny..❤

[@Marchant2]

I would love it if Hollywood could tap into personalities like Vickie Lawrence's, but alas, there doesn't appear to be that level of quality talent anymore. I'm not talking about the good ole' days. I'm talking about the consequences of today's generations that are raised on social media and technology, two items that don't require you to use your imagination.

[@LearnAboutFlow]

The show was a success because they toned down the Thelma Harper character from the Carol Burnett episodes ... made her more human and likable. Smart move.

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[@johnsaunders1435]

I dont know why I became attracted to mamas family in my early 20s around 1992. I was living on my own and I guess I was in touch with my domesticated side more than the typical Male. I got my girlfriend at the time, now wife of almost 30 years addicted to mamas family so much that when we couldn't find her on TV anymore we ordered the entire DVD set. Now she is on Pluto, but sadly only a few later seasons. We even saw her stand up act in Laughlin. Mamas family is one of those shows that just portrays life as it may be and doesn't try to be something it cant be or isn't like so many shows today. I would love to see a few more seasons with the same cast as they left off.

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[@johnsaunders1435]

@@FactsVerse I can't think of a single one I like above any other. They're all good and funny.

[@MsDisneylandlover]

I love the theme song or theme music of the show😂❤.

[@aen.minako_johto]

5:09 BRAVO

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[@reneefriedhofer5841]

Mama is a little bit like my mom. She spoke her mind and she cared about her kids and grandchildren. I still watch it

[@FactsVerse]

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[@jasonknowledge8824]

Honestly, I'd watch a new season. I'd love to see Lawrence as momma again.

[@chriscoleman6956]

Great and funny show

[@FactsVerse]

We absolutely agree! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. What is your most memorable episode of the show?

[@chriscoleman6956]

When vent can't decide who to take at the Mother's Day dinner?

[@camillamartz8179]

So cute she is. Love mama.

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[@SherryHall-zj9lf]

Still watch this show today and laugh even harder than when I first saw it. 7:02

[@user-fu1kx7sj1x]

I watch mamas family on catchy comedy its a funny show i like vicki lawrence good video vickie napa california

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[@barbararaynor8218]

I sure do miss you😊

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[@MsDisneylandlover]

I love Mama Family ❤❤❤ I am big fan i have the dvds by my bed now. Lol. I love the jokes and how she clowns her family. I always wanted to live in her family bc i would be in stitches. ❤

[@wandaingram4776]

I started watching "Mama's Family" from the very start!! I just love it!! Ms.Lawerence is a awesome actress,very good personality and she is sóoo funny!! I still love to watch all the reruns every chance I get!!

[@FactsVerse]

You're a true fan! Which episode is the most memorable for you?

[@Epoxinator]

I didn't like "Mama's Family" on the Carol Burnett show (which otherwise I liked a lot) because I found the characters unpleasantly shrill, sharp and bitter. I didn't find it funny so much as disturbing. When they spun it off into the sitcom they really mellowed out the characters, and instead of everyone ready to backstab everyone else, they actually had pleasant relationships. It wasn't my favorite show, but it wasn't unpleasant to watch. However, as it went along, the characters became more and more stereotyped, and some of the character became so stupid that I lost interest in watching them. The same thing happened to shows like Happy Days and Laverne and Shirley.

[@tampico63]

You are right on the Money, Mama was a mean spirited old lady.

[@tigger06]

Found ALL OF IT hilarious. Was supposed to be that way. That's what made it funny

[@tigger06]

​@@tampico63LOVED IT !!!

[@karenharris722]

My condolences to her for the loss of her husband, Al.

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[@user-rs8zb1tu5i]

So funny and I liked it's southern appeal.

[@shannon-wise]

Where did u get your information on Mama's Family?... bc its inaccurate 🙄

[@1thetvzone]

This is so false! Mama didn't leave the show. It ran on NBC from 82-84 and went into syndication from 86-90 and she said they had enough episodes to stop doing the show...you need to redo this because this isn't correct information.

[@MsDisneylandlover]

I love this freaking show ❤ lol 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.

[@Broughton1128]

*Vicki did NOT leave the show. Please check your FACTS before creating vids such as this...*

[@mikep5335]

Yeah a comment at 4:28 does leave that impression

[@tomservo1504]

I think it could have gone on for another couple of years. I thought some of the later episodes were really funny. I do think and was completely anticipating a movie where Mama could be even meaner and say more outrageous things, even swear which would have been hilarious since she seems like she wants to on the TV show sometimes.

[@ophthodoc]

I think it has clearly run its’ course by then… she wasn’t even the same character that she was in the non-syndicated version, not to mention on the CBS

[@Ace_Of_Bace]

Mama For Ever!

[@FactsVerse]

Thanks for watching! We're glad to know that you love our video. What is your favorite episode Mama's Family?

[@Ace_Of_Bace]

@@FactsVerse You are more than welcome. All the ones where Mama schemes with Iola or Allen Kayser barefoot and shirtless...lol

[@aliciasimmons8473]

I love this show i iwn the entire series on dvd the early ones i loved Eunice but i do prefer the episodes when it came back in 86

[@LFTRnow]

Now do Allan Kayser (Bubba)!

[@iloveejbgssnoopy]

So wonderful Lady Vicki Lawrence is and so strong woman and amazing.

[@FactsVerse]

Beautiful words, thank you for your message for Vicki. We love her 💕

[@Adamdaj]

I don't which I like more, MAMA'S FAMILY or All in the Family. Both sit coms had unique characters, especially the way both TV series were presented. Mama's Family unlike All in the Family didn't discuss too much real issues, such the War in Vietnam or the Iran Hostage nigociation under Presiden Carter or Regan I guess Mama's Family had the Brady Bunch feel just for mature audiances.

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[@dennisfitzgerald8486]

Wow, I did not have a clue that she had her own show, I watched very little TV.

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[@tigger06]

Obviously

[@RobertHiguera-zi6tu]

I remember Vicki Lawrence's show talk had Dinah shore Donald o Connor. Like funny

[@MsDisneylandlover]

I didn't know Vicki Lawrence had her own talk show..

[@doc-di2kc]

Momma's family would had stayed on from 1983 to 1989 maybe 1990 this show made Vicki and a good spin off of Carol Burnett show RIP Tim And Harvey

[@danielrobinson9270]

It had like 6 seasons. How long should it had gone?

[@FactsVerse]

Glad to know that you're a fan! Which episode is the most memorable for you?

[@mikep5335]

I don't think there were any Mama's Family episodes after Vicki Lawrence left. I just looked up all the episodes; and she's even in the last one.

[@tigger06]

Of course. There would be no show without her

[@mikep5335]

@@tigger06 yeah but the video said "the show went downhill after Vicki Lawrence left and was soon cancelled..." Which was misleading.

[@mikep5335]

@@tigger06 listen to the video at 4:28..."Her departure was a significant blow to the series...". Like you say, OFCOURSE it was a significant blow to the series, she WAS the series. What FactsVerse should have said was, "Vicki's planned departure ofcourse meant the series would soon be ending; since as the title character; the show could not go on without her. So they wrapped the production swiftly after her final episode; which was also Mama's Family series finale".

[@kamillion111977]

It wasn't canceled in 1986, and she didn't leave the show. She chose to stay and have one final episode in 1990. Time-line is inaccurate.

[@thomaseure7476]

If you are gonna do videos, research your subject. Mamas Family was cancelled by NBC in 1984. It came back in 1986 and ran until 1990. That’s six seasons. And Vicki didn’t leave the show.

[@robmacleod6051]

No telling how long the show would have gone on btw to pay the bills she has gone back to playing MAMA on stage

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[@eddieharrison3801]

I would like to know why the 2kids Bud and his sister was there and gone and bubba show up

[@tigger06]

If you actually watched the show, you would know

[@eddieharrison3801]

@@tigger06 I am watching the show right now piss off

[@pcdfan87]

I have 6 seasons of this show on DVD....jus FYI.

[@FactsVerse]

Fun stuff, thanks for sharing! Which episode is the most memorable for you?

[@paulacunningham20]

I believe it was canceled because two of the shows actresses, Rue McClanahan and Betty White went on to star in a new series called The Golden Girls.

[@FactsVerse]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Which episode of the show appealed to you the most?

[@jeepthing98]

She also decided to end the series because they had the needed 100+ episodes for future syndication.

[@FactsVerse]

Thanks for the info! Which episode of Mama's Family appealed to you the most?

[@MrLourie]

As humorous and entertaining as the series was, the praise was a bit too high. As far as failing quality of the scripts, they actually didn't have too far to fall.

[@minnieciaminniewinston9064]

Well I was told that Vicki Lawrence didn't leave mama's Family, the show has gotten canceled, then it went syndicated!!!

[@aveuch]

Love Mama and Vicky, but Ken (RIP), Dorothy, and Beverly stole the show - Bubba too.

[@joshuas8258]

Vicki’s greatest gift might have been to walk away bc it made Betty White and Rue available for new projects…aka the even more iconic series Golden Girls

[@FactsVerse]

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[@mikep5335]

Mama's Family continued on after Vicki Lawrence left??? Seriously???

[@tigger06]

No... it didn't

[@mikep5335]

@@tigger06 I hope you're right

[@nedrahandy5969]

What?

[@mikep5335]

@@nedrahandy5969 that's what it says in this video. It's wrong. But that's what it says.

[@caoillainn]

Eunice, I think somone blew your pilot light out!

[@donniehagy5125]

Kinda' of ironic; the Mama character she played on the Carol Burnett Show was nothing like the Mama character she played on the series. Talk about a 180!

[@FactsVerse]

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