Keisha Knight Pulliam is willing to elevate the Cosby Show above one man, even though it was centered around him. Decades after the sitcom was applauded for its relevance and authenticity, the actress wants people to keep the energy and not mind Bill Cosby’s controversies.
Everyone Loved The Cosby Show
Until African-American-oriented shows like Everybody Hates Chris and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air became a reality, sitcom lovers had The Cosby Show.
The all-black cast featured Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Phylicia Rashad, a young Keisha Knight Pulliam, Bill Cosby, and Lisa Bonet.
It ran for eight years, churning out different stories peculiar to the black community. It was a breath of fresh air, offering people a getaway from racial stereotypes.
Since its conclusion, stars from the show have moved on to other things. While most have remained in the entertainment industry, one or two have been webbed in drama. Still, no one comes close to the disgraced entertainer Bill Cosby.
The 86-year-old has been in and out of court for years trying to clear his name. Many women have pointed at him with accusations of sexual assault and misconduct. In 2018 alone, over 50 women testified to being a subject or victim of his sexual abuse, which often involved being drugged.
Bill Cosby has been in and out of courthouses maintaining his innocence, while he has also settled out of court on one occasion. On top of that, he has served a jail term for a few years.
Keisha Knight Pulliam Wants The Cosby Show To Be Revered For What It Was
Till the end of time, Keisha, who starred as a little girl in The Cosby Show, will be remembered for her brilliant role. But it has become easy to associate the entire project with the man who bears the same name.
This has pushed Kiesha to make a case for the iconic show, asking fans not to strip off its glory. As per PEOPLE, she quipped:
“A lot of actors wait their entire lifetime for an opportunity like that. I’m grateful I have been a part of a piece of work that has really transcended generations and that’s still teaching lessons that are relevant today.”
Kiesha’s hope is not something impossible. Though some fans may find it difficult to separate the artist from the craft, it would make sense to consider the efforts of other stars who jointly made the show worthy of mention.
