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(AP) - Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time television with “All in the Family” and “Maude,” propelling political and social turmoil into the once-insulated world

Norman Lear has been credited for propelling political and social turmoil into the once-insulated world of TV sitcoms, ultimately changing the medium.

Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time television with such topical hits as “All in the Family” and “Maude,” has...

Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionised US prime time television with shows such as All In The Family and Maude, has died…

TV showrunner and liberal activist responsible for series of groundbreaking TV shows

TV showrunner and liberal activist responsible for series of groundbreaking TV shows

Norman Lear was best known for his 1970s sitcoms including “All in the Family,” “Sandford and Son,” “One Day at a Time,” The Jeffersons” and “Good Times.”

Award-winning television writer and producer Norman Lear has died at the age of 101, the NY Times and Variety reported.

The writer, director and producer revolutionized prime time television.

Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time television with "All in the Family" and "Maude," propelling political and social turmoil into the once-insulated world of sitcoms, has died. He was 101.