You take the good, you take the bad, and there you have... nine seasons and over 200 episodes of one of the most successful sitcoms of all time. Spun out of NBC's other wildly popular series ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Marc Berman is a New York-based reporter who covers media. THE FACTS OF LIFE — Pictured: (clockwise from top left) Nancy McKeon as ...

The cast of The Facts of Life pose for a photo with their arms on each other's shoulders, standing in a line. Image via NBC In a world completely divided, the comfort watch is a miracle. Times may ...

One of the most beloved sitcoms of the 1980s actually began as a spin-off from another hit show — and if you’re a fan of classic TV, this connection might surprise you. The Facts of Life, which ...

Nancy McKeon as Joanna 'Jo' Marie Polniaczek Bonner, Mindy Cohn as Natalie Letisha Sage Green, Charlotte Rae as Mrs. Edna Ann Garrett, Lisa Whelchel as Blair Warner, Kim Fields as Dorothy 'Tootie' ...

Jewell was first introduced on The Facts of Life in 1980 as ritzy New Yorker Blair Warner's cousin. Her character ended up being featured on 12 episodes of the popular series. Here's a look at Geri's ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. One of the most beloved sitcoms of the 1980s actually began as a spin-off from another hit show — and if you’re a fan of classic ...