Top Ten Black Sitcoms of All Time

There was a time when comedic t.v. shows with a mostly African American cast were commonplace on the “Big 4” television networks. Over the last half decade black sitcoms have only (and barely) survived on cable channels like BET, TV One, and TBS. And let’s be honest, the quality of a lot of these programs aren’t exactly the finest artistic examinations of black life or very funny.

With that said, DZI: The Voice decided to reminiscence about an era when black television actors, actresses, and show runners successfully used laughter to shine a light on the real concerns and accomplishments of African American culture. Whether it was the story of a black family moving on up or just keeping their heads above water, each of the programs on our list made sure to tell that story in such an authentic way that til this day viewers still connect with the…