What Ultimately caused Norman Lear’s death | Norman Lear

Icon, Genius, Activist, Norman Lear passed away Dec. 5, 2023.

Sitcom Revolution: "All in the Family" broke barriers, sparked dialogue.

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Laughter with a Message: Shows like "The Jeffersons" tackled race, class, social issues.

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Beyond Comedy: Championed human rights, founded People for the American Way.

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A Life Involving: World War II veteran, radio writer, Emmy-winning producer.

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Awards & Accolades: Presidential Medal of Freedom, Grammy for Lifetime Achievement.

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Quotes to Remember: "Comedy is a weapon. Laughter is a bomb."

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Inspiring Generations: Writers, actors, activists shaped by Lear's vision.

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Legacy Lives On: Shows in syndication, new series inspired by his work.

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Remember Lear: With laughter, he opened hearts, changed minds, made a difference.

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