Valerie Bertinelli Makes Blunt Confession About ‘One Day at a Time’ Boss Norman Lear
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Key Points:
- Valerie Bertinelli and Mackenzie Phillips, co-stars of the original "One Day at a Time," shared heartfelt memories of working with the show's creator and producer Norman Lear, who passed away in 2023 at age 101.
- Bertinelli praised Lear for being a protective and loving mentor in Hollywood, helping her overcome her initial acting insecurities during the show's first season.
- Phillips expressed deep admiration for Lear, recalling his meticulous "Lear Polish" notes on scripts and their strong professional relationship.
- The original "One Day at a Time" aired from 1975 to 1984, featuring Bertinelli and Phillips as sisters, and was followed by a reboot from 2017 to 2020 with a new cast.
- The original series is currently available for streaming on Tubi.
