And im kerry sayers. And im your host, bill kurtis. Today we look back at the great comedies of television through the decades. If laughter truly is the best medicine than television has had a hand in keeping america healthy since the 1950s. Comedy has been a staple on television since it first clicked on and they have come in all shapes and sizes from variety shows to scripted characters and wonky animations, tv has found so many ways to make us laugh and keep us in stitches. Were looking back today on our Favorite Television comedies through the decades who not only made us laugh but were also recognized by one of the hightest tv honors the emmys. From a modern stone age family to some not quite ready for prime time players and a show but we begin with the first lady of television. The queen of comedy. Lucille ball. Few shows have had the impact of i love lucy, a comedic and cultural force that made its Television Debut in 1951. With four emmy wins and 20 nominations, its still one o
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