Some “Good Times” History: The Portrayal Of The Black Family On Television

“Good Times had a father in the family but only because [Esther] Rolle fought for one; according to [BernNadette] Stanis, the show’s producers wanted the show to have a single mother, but after Rolle’s protests, they hired John Amos, a former professional football player.” -From, “Fierce Angels” By: Sheri Parks