In the podcast, Sally Struthers revealed her complex feelings about Norman Lear, stating, 'I wasn't a huge fan of his.' She felt isolated during her time on 'All in the Family' because she was never invited to Lear's home, emphasizing how that made her feel unwelcome within the show's cast dynamic.
Reflecting on her audition, Struthers recalled how Lear's feedback was blunt, saying, 'No,' when asked if she was the funniest choice for the role. This moment illustrates the tough feedback she received in a competitive environment.
Struthers shared insight into Lear's casting rationale, explaining that the show's producers intended to create a 'soft spot' for Carroll O'Connor’s character. Lear revealed that by making Gloria a daddy's girl, they hoped to soften the impact of O'Connor's controversial character, Archie Bunker.
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