On the anniversary of her passing, I want to take a moment to honor this fierce LGBTQ advocate. Bea Arthur's actions have changed the lives of many young people in the community. | George Takei’s Oh Myyy!

Maude (Bea Arthur) begs the new housekeeper, Florida (Esther Rolle), to stay working for her and in the end, she accepts. From Season 1, Episode 3 'Maude Meets Florida': Obsessed with hiring a black housekeeper so she can "liberate" her, Maude meets her match in Florida Evans of "Good Times" fame. Watch More of Maude on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3yB5kic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/thenormanleareffect Available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3JFEPyx About Maude: Gutsy, smart, outspoken, and libe

Remember when cousin Maude (Bea Arthur) came to visit? Well, you can now revisit the best moments of the Bunkers (Carroll O'Connor, Jean Stapleton, Sally Struthers and Rob Reiner) and the Findlays (Bill Macy and Adrienne Barbeau)! 00:00 All In The Family From Season 2, Episode 12 'Cousin Maude’s Visit' 00:56 All In The Family From Season 2, Episode 12 'Cousin Maude’s Visit' 01:48 All In The Family From Season 2, Episode 12 'Cousin Maude’s Visit' 02:36 All In The Family From Season 2, Episode 12

53 years ago TODAY, “All in the Family” got its first spin-off when “Maude” premiered in 1972! Starring Bea Arthur, “Maude” followed Edith Bunker’s cousin as she navigated social issues, namely women’s liberation. The show ran for six seasons and earned Arthur an Emmy for Best Actress in a Comedy in 1977! #nostalgia #tvhistory #70sthrowback #70stv #tvshows | Classic Nerd