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Sherman Hemsley

( Kobal Collection / July 24, 2012 )

Sherman Hemsley, known for his portrayal of George Jefferson on the sitcom "All in the Family" and "The Jeffersons," above, with costar Isabel Sanford, died July 24, 2012. He was 74.
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Notable deaths of 2012: Classic television