Family Affair is an American sitcom that aired on CBS from 1966 to 1971. The show follows Bill Davis, a wealthy engineer living in New York City, who suddenly becomes the guardian of his brother's three orphaned children: 15-year-old Cissy and 6-year-old twins Jody and Buffy. The series focuses on the adjustments Davis and his traditional English butler, Mr. Giles French, have to make as they adapt to their new family dynamic.
On September 12, 1966, the beloved sitcom "Family Affair" premiered on CBS, introducing the world to the unconventional family of Bill Davis, his brother's orphaned children, and their steadfast butler, Mr. French.
In 1967, due to Sebastian Cabot's illness, the character of Giles' brother, Nigel "Niles" French, played by John Williams, was introduced to the show for nine episodes.
October 1970 marked the release of the fourth and final issue of the "Family Affair" comic book series published by Gold Key Comics.
In 1970, "Family Affair" saw a surge in merchandising, particularly focused on Anissa Jones' character, Buffy, including books, dolls, and toys.
After five seasons, "Family Affair" aired its final episode on March 4, 1971, marking the end of an era for the Davis family and their heartwarming adventures.
Tragically, Anissa Jones, known for her role as Buffy, passed away from a drug overdose in 1976 at the age of 18.
In 1977, Sebastian Cabot, who played the beloved Mr. French, died of a stroke at the age of 59.
The L.A. musical group Angel and the Reruns released a song titled "Buffy Come Back" in 1982, addressing the tragic passing of Anissa Jones.
Brian Keith, who played the role of Uncle Bill, died by suicide in 1997 at the age of 75, two months after the suicide of his daughter, and sometime after being diagnosed with cancer.
A remake of "Family Affair" premiered on The WB on September 12, 2002, featuring Gary Cole as Uncle Bill and Tim Curry as Mr. Giles French.
The remake of "Family Affair" aired its final episode on March 13, 2003, concluding its one-season run.
In 2019, a new show titled "Aunt Cissy," starring Kathy Garver, was announced, drawing inspiration from the premise of "Family Affair" but not intended as a direct sequel.
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