TV Pioneer Norman Lear Dies at 101

Creator of Groundbreaking Sitcoms Remembered for Transforming Television and Advocating for Liberal Causes

Norman Lear, the influential television writer, director, and producer known for groundbreaking sitcoms like 'All in the Family' and 'Maude', has died at the age of 101.
Lear's shows, which often tackled social and political issues, helped define prime time comedy in the 1970s and launched the careers of actors like Rob Reiner and Valerie Bertinelli.
His work transformed television at a time when traditional programs dominated, with his shows often drawing from social themes of the time, making network executives nervous due to their depth and air of controversy.
Lear was also known for his liberal activism, founding the nonprofit liberal advocacy group People for the American Way in 1980.
Tributes have poured in from across the entertainment industry, with figures like Rob Reiner, George Clooney, and Jimmy Kimmel expressing their admiration and gratitude for Lear's influence and legacy.