Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Marc Berman is a New York-based reporter who covers media. Melanie Watson, who played Kathy Gordon in four episodes of the Gary ...

Watson was best known for playing the role of Kathy Gordon on Diff'rent Strokes, the classic Norman Lear sitcom which starred Gary Coleman and Todd Bridges as Arnold and Willis Jackson, two orphaned ...

The sitcom was an immediate hit, captivating audiences with its heartwarming story and the endearing performances of its talented cast. Diff'rent Strokes became known for its ability to tackle serious ...

It's been nearly 40 years since the series ended, but people are still talkin' 'bout Diff'rent Strokes. Many of the series' main stars went on to have continued success in film and television after ...