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Barry Williams Reveals Brady Bunch's Diversity Efforts

2/5/2025

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Barry Williams, beloved star of The Brady Bunch, revealed that the show's creators sought to diversify its mostly white cast. He pointed to memorable episodes like "Miss Popularity," showcasing Black actress Jere Fields, and "Kelly's Kids," which featured a multicultural family. Unfortunately, a promising spin-off never came to fruition. The iconic series ran from 1969 to 1974.

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Barry Williams, beloved star of The Brady Bunch, revealed that the show's creators sought to diversify its mostly white cast. He pointed to memorable episodes like "Miss Popularity," showcasing Black actress Jere Fields, and "Kelly's Kids," which featured a multicultural family. Unfortunately, a promising spin-off never came to fruition. The iconic series ran from 1969 to 1974.