Jean Stapleton is Gone
Saturday, June 1, 2013 by DrJBHL | Discussion: Community
How sad is this? Jean Stapleton who played Edith Bunker in "All in the Family" has passed away at age 90.
She only gained stardom at age 50, and "All in the Family" took months to catch on.
"The Edith character was meant to be the naive voice of truth to husband Archie, the bigoted loading-dock worker who railed against the political and social upheavals of the 1960s and ‘70s. With her high-pitched voice, addled enthusiasm and big heart, Edith became a more important character than Lear had imagined. She brought lovability to the role, and audiences embraced Edith for her well-meaning, decent ways." - Hollywood Reporter
Bless you, Jean. So many of us loved you.
Rest in peace, Jean Stapleton.
Reply #2 Saturday, June 1, 2013 5:17 PM
When we weren't so "politically correct". She was All In The Family. RIP Jean.
Reply #3 Saturday, June 1, 2013 5:22 PM
Stifled for the last time. We love you, Edith! (Jean)
Reply #4 Saturday, June 1, 2013 5:25 PM
She played a character that had character and a heart bigger than the city she and Archie lived in. Rest in peace, Jean Stapleton.
Reply #6 Saturday, June 1, 2013 6:27 PM
Shame we all get old and die. One of my favorite shows. She gave balance to it. Great was great.
Reply #8 Friday, September 13, 2013 7:10 PM
she was a breath of fresh air on that show loved her. 
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Reply #1 Saturday, June 1, 2013 5:01 PM
I loved her, that's so sad...RIP