SHERMAN HEMSLEY
DEAD

Sherman Hemsley, the actor who made the character George Jefferson famous in "The Jeffersons," has died, El Paso cops tell TMZ.

Hemsley died at his home in El Paso, Texas.


Hemsley, who was 74, became famous during his appearances on "All in the Family." The spin-off, "The Jeffersons" was a monster hit. He also starred in the TV show, "Amen." He was also a professional singer and even released the single in 1989, "Ain't that A Kick in the Head."

Hemsley had no wife and no kids.

It's unclear how he died.

So sad to hear this! May he RIP

Awww.

Everyone watched "The Jeffersons"!

Not George Jefferson, mayne. R.I.P.

R.I.P.

Classic TV actor. I feel like he could have done movies and maybe been more like a Danny DeVito, but at least we have the Jeffersons and...ahem...Amen

Goodbye, Sherman. Thanks for all the laughs and much enjoyment over the years. RIP

I just found this and thought I'd share.

Just a few hours ago I was watching an episode of AMEN, in which Hemsley's character was wooing Nell Carter (whom I also loved) was just thinking how rich the the televison landscape was back then thanks to so many genuinely talented actors . Rest in peace, Mr. Hemsley.

Aww man.... RIP. Mr Hemsley.

Fury said:

Is Marla Gibbs the only one from the Jeffersons still living ( not counting Jenny and the two Lionels)

Mike Evans...the thick Lionel as I called him, passed in 2006.

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

Ottensen said:

one of the baddest dudes to do it in the 70's rip player.

Ottensen said:

Just a few hours ago I was watching an episode of AMEN, in which Hemsley's character was wooing Nell Carter (whom I also loved) was just thinking how rich the the televison landscape was back then thanks to so many genuinely talented actors . Rest in peace, Mr. Hemsley.

That scene where they got into a wrestling match! Sherman brought so much fun to his roles.

I hope that Philly pays some kind of tribute to our home-boy. We used to call my uncle and joke with him that Sherman stole his character...that's how much he acted, walked and talked exactly like my uncle.

Peace to his soul...

RIP George. Say "what's happening" to Weezy for me.

WHAT??? Aww man not Sherm.

I was just wondering what happened to Sherman a few days ago. I saw him in some play about 6 or 8 years ago with Guinwine. Can't remember the name of it. Haven't seen or heard from him since.

Damn,,,

1st it was Helen, then Weezy and now George? What a loss!

He and Weezy were part of my life, The Jeffersons marathon were a great boost back in my deep depression spills when I didn't have the strength to get outta bed. I'll miss them.

Oh gosh I loved the Jefferesons! And Sherman Helmsley was so sweet! In interviews he was so mild mannered and precious. This does make me sad

it's starting to get depressing around here

Damn..Gonna have to pull out my "Jeffersons" DVD's this weekend and have a mini-tribute marathon.

RIP Sherm. You brought a LOT of laughter to me in my life.