9. Two Lionels
Mike Evans was the show’s original Lionel during the pilot episode of All in the Family.
Lionel…
But once the Jeffersons moved into their deluxe apartment, Lionel’s role was gradually reduced.
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Evans took up a new project to occupy his time and started writing a new sitcom which was a Maude spin-off called Good Times.
Good looking chap…
And yes we were all devastated by his departure, who wouldn’t be? Look at that face!
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He left The Jeffersons after season two and Damon Evans replaced him as Lionel for four seasons.
Beautiful…
Keep scrolling for more juicy facts about The Jeffersons. The best are yet to come…
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