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'The Facts of Life' Began as a Spin-Off — And '80s Kids Will Know Exactly Which Show

It all started with Charlotte Rae, who played the lovable “Edna Garrett,” the Drummond family’s housekeeper on Diff'rent Strokes. When producers saw the potential for Rae to carry her own show, they ...
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Did You Know That ‘The Facts of Life’ Was a ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ Spin-off?

The Facts of Life fans, do you remember Cindy and Sue Ann? How about Molly, Nancy, headmaster Mr. Bradley and science teacher Miss Mahoney? They were all introduced on the season one finale of the NBC ...
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'The Facts of Life' and 'Diff'rent Strokes' Star Charlotte Rae Was the TV Matriarch We All Loved, Here's Why

Not only was the raven-haired actress’s character a beloved mentor and confidant to the other characters on The Facts of Life, but Rae became just that to cast members and fans alike. If you grew up ...
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Diff'rent Strokes (1978-1986) Streaming - Where to Watch Online

During the first season and first half of the second season, Charlotte Rae also starred as the Drummonds' housekeeper, Mrs. Garrett." "Diff'rent Strokes" is currently available to stream via ...
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'80s Sitcom Icon, 86, Spotted in Rare Outing 40 Years After 'Diff'rent Strokes'

Mary Jo Catlett, known for her role as housekeeper Pearl Gallagher in Diff'rent Strokes, was spotted in a rare outing 40 years after starring in the '80s sitcom. On Wednesday, Aug. 20, the iconic ...