An appreciation: How Norman Lear changed television โ and with it American life โ in the 1970sNorman Lear, who died this week at age 101, changed American life with the candor and comedy of his creations.
Norman Lear, producer of TV's 'All in the Family' and influential liberal advocate, has died at 101Norman Lear has died.
'70s quiz: What's on TV?1971: The sitcom "All in the Family," starring Carroll O'Connor as Archie Bunker, premieres. The show, known for its depiction of issues previously considered too controversial for network television comedies, lasted nine seasons until ending