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Were Writers Trying to Destroy The Image of Black Men? 6 Facts about Good Times
The sitcom Good Times was one of the most favorable sitcoms on television. It was a show that displayed life-lesson messages and a positive image of a well-functioning Black family. Here are 6 interesting facts you may not have known without the show “Good Times.”
1.) J.J. Was Much Older In Real Life
J.J. may have been a teenager in the show, but comedian Jimmie Walker was actually 27 years old when the show first debuted!
2.) Esther was Consistently Annoyed By Jimmie Walker
Ironically, even though Esther Rolle was the main character of Good Times, J.J., (played by comedian Jimmie Walker) was getting all of the attention. Come to find out, the writers may have had a hidden agenda for J.J.
3.) The Writers wanted J.J. to be a Dumb Character
John Amos had to leave the show due to failed contract negotiations, according to Blacklikemoi.com. Amos had some interesting things to say about how the writers tried to mold Jimmie Walker’s character:
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