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Sep 14, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day September 13 1985 – 227 Premiered on NBC.

On this day September 13 1985, 227 premiered on NBC. Set in a Washington, D.C. apartment building, the sitcom focused on the lives of its residents, with much of the humor and heart centered around Mary Jenkins, played by Marla Gibbs.

The show also featured memorable performances from Hal Williams, Alaina Reed Hall, Helen Martin, and a young Jackée Harry, whose role as Sandra Clark became one of the most iconic characters...

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