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EPISODE · Aug 29, 2023 · 36 MIN

Todd Bridges "Willis" Diff''rent Strokes Behind the Scenes (Hilarious and Touching) Interview!

from That's Classic! · host John Cato

Todd Bridges, "Willis" from "Diff'rent Strokes" joins John for a hilarious and touching behind the scenes interview! Todd talks about the first time he met Gary Coleman and Gary's kidney issues on set, Conrad Bain as a father figure, asking the producers to make Janet Jackson his girlfriend and the first time he met Dana Plato. Todd and John crack up as Todd talks about the pranks he and Gary played on the director and producers of "Diff'rent Strokes". Todd also discusses his sobriety, being the first black actor on "Little House on the Prairie" and "The Waltons" and working with Abe Vigoda plus many more stories! Appreciate you being on "That's Classic!" Todd! Subscribe for free to That's Classic! YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Todd's website for his book, autographs, etc.: realtoddbridges.com Links: www.facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast.

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