The late great Norman Lear's Good Times celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, ushering in a legacy of African-American storytelling that remains unmatched to this day.
“Good Times” Cast Reunion for 50th Anniversary | Sherri Shepherd
The iconic sitcom Good Times first aired on February 8, 1974, starring Esther Rolle as Flordia Evans, John Amos as James, Jimmie Walker as JJ, Ja'net DuBois as Willona Woods, Ralph Carter as Michael and Bernadette Stanis as Thelma.
Created by Eric Monte and Mike Evans, the show chronicled the struggles and joys of an African-American family living in the Chicago projects. The catchy theme song, sung by Jim Gilstrap and Blinky Williams, became synonymous with the spirit of the show and remains memorable to this day.
ABC celebrated the series in December 2019 with a Live in Front of a Studio Audience special hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and Lear, starring Andre Braugher as James, Jay Pharaoh as JJ, Viola Davis as Flordia and Willona as Tiffany Haddish.
