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Sep 27, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day September 27, 1986 – Amen Premiered on NBC.

On this day September 27, 1986 the sitcom Amen premiered on NBC. The series followed the comedic events surrounding a church community in Philadelphia, centering on Deacon Ernest Frye, a sharp tongued and scheming church official whose antics often clashed with the more serious Reverend Reuben Gregory.

Starring Sherman Hemsley, Amen combined humor, heart, and social commentary, exploring family, faith, and friendship...

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