Pioneers of Television

Breaking Barriers Preview

Preview: Season 4 Episode 3 | 30s

This episode traces the story of people of color on American television—including the breakthroughs of African-Americans Diahann Carroll (Julia) and Bill Cosby (I Spy); Latinos Desi Arnaz (I Love Lucy) and Edward James Olmos (Miami Vice); and Asian-Americans George Takei (Star Trek) and Margaret Cho (All American Girl).

Aired: 05/06/14

Rating: NR

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