Why Mrs. Garrett Was Picked To Lead The Diff'rent Strokes Spin-Off The Facts Of Life
Update: 2025-11-03
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The Facts of Life spinoff from Diff'rent Strokes saved NBC from a ratings slump in the late 1970s. Charlotte Rae's Mrs. Garrett became the star, moving from housekeeper to housemother at a fictional all-girls boarding school. Despite initial shaky ratings, the show found success by focusing on four core characters and tackling serious issues. It ran for nine seasons, evolving with its cast and becoming a TV history-maker.
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