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“I'm proud to be from Philadelphia.”

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Sherman Hemsley

Sherman Hemsley, born on February 1, 1938, in Houston, Texas, was an American actor best known for his role as George Jefferson in the television series 'The Jeffersons'. Hemsley was renowned for his distinctive comedic style and exaggerated expressions, which had a profound impact on subsequent generations of comedians. more

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