"Nowadays, people always say, how come he's doing such young shows? But they never mention The Mod Squad. I was very proud of that show. It's the first time an African-American guy kissed a white girl"
- Aaron Spelling
About this Quote
This quote by Aaron Spelling talks to the development that has been made in terms of representation in television. He is proud of his program The Mod Squad, which was among the very first to feature an African-American man kissing a white lady. This was a cutting-edge moment in tv, and it is a testament to the development that has been made since then. Nevertheless, Spelling also acknowledges that there is still a long method to go, as people often question why he is doing programs that are focused on a younger audience. This quote acts as a reminder that representation matters, which we need to continue to strive for more diversity and inclusion in all aspects of media.
This quote is written / told by Aaron Spelling between April 22, 1923 and June 23, 2006. He/she was a famous Producer from USA.
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