Pioneers of Television

Jimmie Walker on "Taking the Pie"

Clip: Season 4 Episode 4 | 1m 48s

Though producer Norman Lear intended his hit "Good Times" to be a family show with tender, sentimental moments, young actor Jimmie Walker was there to be funny. According to Jimmie, every sitcom needed a goofy, comedic player to "take the pie."

Aired: 05/06/14

Rating: NR

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