How the Coz got his Grove Thang
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Published on 10/19/2007
By Vanessa Loy
Bill Cosby’s career as an actor, comedian, author and activist has spanned over 40 years. While Cosby has starred in numerous films and adult-oriented television series, he is most fondly remembered for his children’s programs.
One of his most famous works is "Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids," a cartoon which ran from 1972 to 1985, a length of time unheard of for most television shows. In “Fat Albert,” Cosby was the host for the live-action segments, the voice of several animated characters, a writer and executive producer for the show. “Fat Albert” used the situations of a boy named Albert and his friends to entertain and educate young children in important life lessons. During this time, Cosby also had recurring roles on “The Electric Company” and hosted "Bill Cosby's Picture Pages."
By Vanessa Loy
Bill Cosby’s career as an actor, comedian, author and activist has spanned over 40 years. While Cosby has starred in numerous films and adult-oriented television series, he is most fondly remembered for his children’s programs.
One of his most famous works is "Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids," a cartoon which ran from 1972 to 1985, a length of time unheard of for most television shows. In “Fat Albert,” Cosby was the host for the live-action segments, the voice of several animated characters, a writer and executive producer for the show. “Fat Albert” used the situations of a boy named Albert and his friends to entertain and educate young children in important life lessons. During this time, Cosby also had recurring roles on “The Electric Company” and hosted "Bill Cosby's Picture Pages."
How the Coz got his Grove Thang
By Vanessa Loy
Bill Cosby’s career as an actor, comedian, author and activist has spanned over 40 years. While Cosby has starred in numerous films and adult-oriented television series, he is most fondly remembered for his children’s programs.
One of his most famous works is "Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids," a cartoon which ran from 1972 to 1985, a length of time unheard of for most television shows. In “Fat Albert,” Cosby was the host for the live-action segments, the voice of several animated characters, a writer and executive producer for the show. “Fat Albert” used the situations of a boy named Albert and his friends to entertain and educate young children in important life lessons. During this time, Cosby also had recurring roles on “The Electric Company” and hosted "Bill Cosby's Picture Pages."
After “Fat Albert,” Cosby played a live-action role as Dr. Cliff Huxtable on the "The Cosby Show," which ran from 1984 to 1992. As he did with “Fat Albert,” Cosby took on extensive off-camera involvement in the "The Cosby Show" as a writer and executive consultant. “The Cosby Show" attracted adult and child viewers alike with its wholesome depiction of a successful African American family.
While Cosby’s older shows live on in reruns, Cosby himself shows no signs of cancellation in his creative works. His “Little Bill” series of children’s books launched a cartoon series of the same name that aired on Nickelodeon from 2000 to 2004. Concerned about the need to educate children, Cosby announced the return of “Little Bill” to television. “Little Bill” debuts in September on NOGGIN, a commercial-free, educational network geared for preschool-aged children. The show discusses themes all children face, such as playing fair, shyness and learning to read.
The problems of dropout rates and low academic achievement underscore how crucial it is for parents and caregivers to instill a love of learning in children long before they start formal schooling. Given Bill Cosby’s lengthy record in producing quality educational entertainment, “Little Bill” is sure to lend a big hand to that process.
Bill Cosby’s career as an actor, comedian, author and activist has spanned over 40 years. While Cosby has starred in numerous films and adult-oriented television series, he is most fondly remembered for his children’s programs.
One of his most famous works is "Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids," a cartoon which ran from 1972 to 1985, a length of time unheard of for most television shows. In “Fat Albert,” Cosby was the host for the live-action segments, the voice of several animated characters, a writer and executive producer for the show. “Fat Albert” used the situations of a boy named Albert and his friends to entertain and educate young children in important life lessons. During this time, Cosby also had recurring roles on “The Electric Company” and hosted "Bill Cosby's Picture Pages."
After “Fat Albert,” Cosby played a live-action role as Dr. Cliff Huxtable on the "The Cosby Show," which ran from 1984 to 1992. As he did with “Fat Albert,” Cosby took on extensive off-camera involvement in the "The Cosby Show" as a writer and executive consultant. “The Cosby Show" attracted adult and child viewers alike with its wholesome depiction of a successful African American family.
While Cosby’s older shows live on in reruns, Cosby himself shows no signs of cancellation in his creative works. His “Little Bill” series of children’s books launched a cartoon series of the same name that aired on Nickelodeon from 2000 to 2004. Concerned about the need to educate children, Cosby announced the return of “Little Bill” to television. “Little Bill” debuts in September on NOGGIN, a commercial-free, educational network geared for preschool-aged children. The show discusses themes all children face, such as playing fair, shyness and learning to read.
The problems of dropout rates and low academic achievement underscore how crucial it is for parents and caregivers to instill a love of learning in children long before they start formal schooling. Given Bill Cosby’s lengthy record in producing quality educational entertainment, “Little Bill” is sure to lend a big hand to that process.