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Quiz about Sanford and Son Life Can Be Full of Junk
Quiz about Sanford and Son Life Can Be Full of Junk

"Sanford and Son": Life Can Be Full of Junk Quiz


Come sift through the junk of one TV's best sitcoms, "Sanford and Son". It aired on NBC from 1972-1977.

A multiple-choice quiz by NiceGuy789. Estimated time: 2 mins.
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Author
NiceGuy789
Time
2 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
335,692
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
889
Awards
Top 20% Quiz
Last 3 plays: Guest 76 (9/10), Guest 24 (10/10), Guest 71 (9/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. The actor was younger than the role he played on the show. Which comedian played the role of Fred Sanford? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. His father often referred to him as "Big Dummy". Who played the part of Lamont Sanford? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. She often called Fred "fished-eyed fool". Which comic played the role of Aunt Esther? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which actor, often using the catchphrase "Good Goobly Goop!", played the part of Grady Wilson? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Which lovely actress played the role of Donna? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Which former Heavyweight Boxing Champion guest starred in a 1976 episode? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Which female musical group appeared in a 1973 episode? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Which "Stormy Weather" singer appeared as herself in a 1973 episode? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Which British sitcom is "Sanford and Son" based on? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Which actor played Fred's close friend, Bubba? Hint



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Most Recent Scores
Mar 28 2024 : Guest 76: 9/10
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Mar 26 2024 : Guest 71: 9/10
Mar 26 2024 : Guest 107: 10/10
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Mar 11 2024 : Judy2024: 7/10
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. The actor was younger than the role he played on the show. Which comedian played the role of Fred Sanford?

Answer: Redd Foxx

Redd Foxx was born John Elroy Sanford in 1922. Redd played the role of Fred G. Sanford on the TV show "Sanford and Son" from 1972-1977, a character which was 15 years older than he was in real life. Mr. Foxx went on to star in TV shows such as "Sanford" (1980-1981) and "The Royal Family" (1991-1992). He passed away in 1991 at the age of 68.
2. His father often referred to him as "Big Dummy". Who played the part of Lamont Sanford?

Answer: Demond Wilson

Demond Wilson, born in 1946, played the part of Lamont Sanford for the entire run of the series. After the show ended, Demond starred in two short-lived TV comedies, "Baby, I'm Back" (1978) and "The New Odd Couple" (1982-1983). Mr. Wilson is also an author and pastor.
3. She often called Fred "fished-eyed fool". Which comic played the role of Aunt Esther?

Answer: LaWanda Page

LaWanda Page played the role of Fred's sister-in-law, Esther Anderson. Even though Redd and LaWanda's characters were always fighting on the show, they were close friends in real life. LaWanda recorded several comedy albums such as "Watch It, Sucka!" in 1972. Ms. Page passed away in 2002.
4. Which actor, often using the catchphrase "Good Goobly Goop!", played the part of Grady Wilson?

Answer: Whitman Mayo

Whitman Mayo played the part of Grady Wilson, Fred Sanford's absent-minded friend. Whitman also starred in the spin-off series "Grady", which only aired from 1975-1976. In this show, Grady moved in with his daughter and her family. After the show was cancelled, Whitman went back to playing Grady on "Sanford and Son" (1972-1977). Mr. Mayo passed away in 2001.
5. Which lovely actress played the role of Donna?

Answer: Lynn Hamilton

Lynn Hamilton, born in 1930, played nurse Donna Harris, girlfriend to Fred Sanford. Lynn also had a recurring role on the TV drama "The Waltons" (1972-1981) as Verdie. She has appeared in TV comedies such as "227" (1985-1990) and "The Golden Girls" (1985-1992).
6. Which former Heavyweight Boxing Champion guest starred in a 1976 episode?

Answer: George Foreman

George Foreman, born in 1949, appeared in the 1976 episode "The Director" as himself. Besides his boxing career, he is also known for the "George Foreman Grill" which has sold millions since its release in 1994. George has ten children, five of which are sons and all have the birth name of George.
7. Which female musical group appeared in a 1973 episode?

Answer: The Three Degrees

The Three Degrees appeared in the 1973 episode "Presenting the Three Degrees", as a musical trio managed by Lamont and his best friend, Rolo. There have been many different members of the group throughout the years, but it was Fayette Pinkney, Sheila Ferguson and Valerie Holiday who appeared in the episode. The group is best known for their 1974 hit single, "When Will I See You Again".
8. Which "Stormy Weather" singer appeared as herself in a 1973 episode?

Answer: Lena Horne

Lena Horne appeared in the 1973 episode "A Visit From Lena Horne". Fred G. Sanford fooled Lena into coming to his house to visit his "sick" son. Ms. Horne was best known for her 1941 signature song, "Stormy Weather". She appeared in various movies such as "Cabin in the Sky" (1943) and "Stormy Weather" (1943). Lena passed away in 2010.
9. Which British sitcom is "Sanford and Son" based on?

Answer: Steptoe and Son

"Steptoe and Son" was a British TV show which aired from 1962-1974. The show starred Harry H. Corbett and Wilfrid Brambell.
10. Which actor played Fred's close friend, Bubba?

Answer: Don Bexley

Don Bexley played the role of Bubba Bexley, close friend to Fred Sanford. Mr. Bexley appeared in other TV shows such as "The Sanford Arms" (1977) and "Laverne & Shirley" (1976-1983). He passed away in 1997.
Source: Author NiceGuy789

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