This character was a young, lovable, and often mischievous boy who was the main focus of the popular television show “Diff’rent Strokes”. The show aired from 1978 to 1986 and followed the lives of a wealthy white businessman and his two African American adoptive sons. The character in question was one of the adoptive sons, and he was known for his clever one-liners and his ability to get into and out of trouble. Despite facing challenges and difficulties, including being raised in a privileged household and dealing with issues of race, the character remained optimistic and endearing. The actor who portrayed him, Gary Coleman, became a child star and a household name due to his role on the show.
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