Nathaniel Taylor (1938–2019), “Sanford and Son” star

Nathaniel Taylor was best known for his role as Lamont’s friend Rollo on the classic 1970s sitcom, “Sanford and Son.” He played the character as well on the 1980 spinoff series “Sanford.” Other roles include Rerun’s brother in law on “What’s Happening!!” and a guest appearance on “Adam-12.”  Fred Sanford and Rollo were known for their humorous banter on the show.  

Raymond Allen (1929–2020), “Sanford and Son” actor

Raymond Allen was a popular TV who starred as Uncle Woody on “Sanford and Son” and Ned the Wino on “Good Times.”   

Gregory Sierra (1937–2021), co-starred in “Barney Miller,” “Sanford and Son”

Gregory Sierra was an actor best known for his roles in the sitcoms “Barney Miller” and “Sanford and Son.”

Maureen Arthur (1934–2022), “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” star

Maureen Arthur was an actress known for her performance as Hedy LaRue in “How to succeed in Business Without Really Trying.”

Adam Wade (1935–2022), singer, actor, and pioneering game show host

Adam Wade was a singer and actor, as well as the first Black game show host in U.S. TV history.

Roger E. Mosley (1938–2022), “Magnum, P.I.” star

Roger E. Mosley was an actor who starred in “Magnum, P.I.” as helicopter pilot Theodore “T.C.” Calvin.

Norman Lear (1922–2023), legendary TV sitcom creator

Norman Lear was a TV sitcom legend who created classic shows including “All in the Family" and “Sanford and Son.”