Celebrate Fathers Day with Black Sitcom Dads

Good Times

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In honor of Father’s Day and the broader celebration of Black culture, we’re highlighting ten iconic Black sitcom dads who have made a lasting impact on television:

These characters are celebrated for their humor, wisdom, and the profound love they show their families, shaping the portrayal of Black fatherhood on television.

Credit and Source to each respective show!

1. Philip Banks (The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air)

2007 Media Access Awards

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2. Andre “Dre” Johnson (Black-ish)

47th NAACP Image Awards Presented By TV One - Red Carpet

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3. Michael Kyle (My Wife and Kids)

'Lethal Weapon' TV series screening, Arrivals, Los Angeles, USA - 12 Sep 2016

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4. Carl Winslow (Family Matters)

26th Family Film And TV Awards - Portraits

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5. Julius Rock (Everybody Hates Chris)

Tribeca X - Super Serious - Everything Is Entertainment

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6. George Jefferson (The Jeffersons)

1998 TV Land Upfront

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7. James Evans, Sr (Good Times)

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