Main Characters from The Jeffersons
The Jeffersons centers on George and Louise Jefferson, a Black couple who move into a Manhattan luxury apartment after the success of George's dry-cleaning business. Their story continues directly from All in the Family, where the Jeffersons were neighbors of the Bunkers.
George and Louise Jefferson
George Jefferson, played by Sherman Hemsley, is a brash, ambitious businessman. Louise Jefferson, played by Isabel Sanford, is his level-headed wife. Their dynamic mixes ambition with family humor as they navigate life in a high-rise building.
Supporting Cast and Show Legacy
Key characters include their son Lionel, played by Mike Evans, and later his wife Jenny, played by Marla Gibbs. The show ran from 1975 to 1985 and became one of the longest-running sitcoms with a predominantly Black cast. For more background, see the show's entry on https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Jeffersons
