The TV show Sanford and Son premiered on NBC, introducing audiences to the comedic story of a father and son running a junkyard business.
The original series ended after six successful seasons.
Redd Foxx filed a lawsuit against NBC, claiming issues related to the Sanford and Son pilot episode's production and airing rights.
Redd Foxx began starring in a revival series titled Sanford, which aired briefly but did not replicate the original show's success.
Redd Foxx, the star of Sanford and Son, died due to a heart attack.
Fred Sanford becomes a widower and continues to live and work with his son Lamont in their junkyard business.
Lamont starts working alongside his father Fred in their Los Angeles junkyard, marking the start of their joint business endeavors.
Their neighbor and friend Grady Wilson competes with them in the junk business, causing occasional tension and competition.
The Sanford and Son junkyard grows in reputation and size, drawing more customers and local attention in Watts, Los Angeles.
Lamont ties the knot with Lydia and integrates family life with the Sanford business.
