"If I'm racist, don't think I would have directed shows like 'The Parkers' and 'The Wayans Brothers' or worked 41 episodes with Victoria Rowell on 'Diagnosis: Murder.'"

In this quote, Scott Baio is safeguarding himself against accusations of being racist. He mentions that he has actually directed programs like "The Parkers" and "The Wayans Brothers," which feature primarily African American casts. He likewise mentions dealing with Victoria Rowell, a black starlet, for 41 episodes on "Diagnosis: Murder." By mentioning these examples, Baio is suggesting that if he truly held racist beliefs, he would not have been involved in these jobs. He is using his work history as proof to refute the claims of racism. In general, Baio is attempting to protect his character and show that he is not a racist individual.