If you owned a TV between the years of 1978 and 1986, you no doubt noticed that NBC’s Different Strokes was something of a cultural phenomenon back in those days The series lead star, Gary Colemen portrayed Arnold, a precocious and lovable orphan boy who millionaire Mr. Drummond, played by Conrad Bain, adopted after Arnold’s mother – who happened to be Mr. Drummond’s housekeeper – passed away. Arnold’s brother Willis, played by Todd Bridges, also played a key role in the series.
The series ran for 189 episodes over 8 seasons and became well known for its very special episodes that tackled complex societal issues like racism, drug use, and child abuse. Different Strokes is also quite notable for the drama and controversy that surrounded its young actors during and after it’s run.
In this video, we’re going to discuss 13 behind-the-scenes facts that you might know about the series that coined the catchphrase "Watchu talkin’ ’bout Willis?". Stick around to see how Gary Coleman played a part in coming up with that iconic quote.
Original Author: Produced by Facts Verse and published on 09/01/2021 Source