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Isabel Sanford

  • Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA
  • Birthday: August 29, 1917

Isabel Sanford will always be known as Louise Jefferson, the woman who stood by and worked alongside her man (George) until they became rich only to have to keep reeling him in from going haywire for the rest of their married lives. Sanford created the role of Louise as a neighbor to Archie Bunker and a friend for Edith on "All in the Family" from 1971-75, then went with the spin-off series "The Jeffersons" from 1975-85. Throughout all those years, Sanford could say more with her eyes and with her impeccable comic timing tha…more

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Career Milestones

  • 2004

    Guest-starred as herself on the animated series "The Simpsons"

  • 1996

    Co-starred in "Original Gangstas"

  • 1975 to 1985

    Starred on hit sitcom "The Jeffersons"

  • 1972

    Played Harlem Madam in "Lady Sings the Blues"

  • 1971 to 1975

    Created role of Louise Jefferson on "All in the Family"

Awards

  • 1981

    Emmy: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

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