Bill Cosby
Timeline of Bill Cosby, an American comedian, actor, and producer known for his groundbreaking role in the television series The Cosby Show, which portrayed an affluent African-American family. Despite his contributions to entertainment, Cosbys legacy has been tarnished by numerous allegations of sexual assault, leading to legal proceedings and public scrutiny.
1937
Birth of Bill Cosby
Bill Cosby was born William Henry Cosby Jr. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was one of four sons born to Anna Pearl and William Henry Cosby Sr.
1962
Stand-up Debut at Hungry I in San Francisco
Cosby began his career as a stand-up comedian at the Hungry I in San Francisco during the 1960s.
1969
First Sitcom Role at The Bill Cosby Show
Cosby starred in his own sitcom, 'The Bill Cosby Show', which aired for two seasons from 1969 to 1971.
1984
The Cosby Show returned to NBC
Cosby's most successful work, 'The Cosby Show', first aired in 1984 at NBC, quickly becoming a major hit with family audiences and ran for eight seasons until 1992.
1992
The Cosby Show Ends
NBC announced the 'The Cosby Show' would end its run after eight seasons, with the final episode airing on April 30, 1992.
2014
Allegations of Sexual Assault
Allegations of sexual assault by Cosby resurfaced in the media, leading to the cancellation of several ongoing projects and reruns.
2018
Found Guilty of Three Counts of Aggravated Indecent Assault
Cosby was found guilty of three counts of aggravated indecent assault against a Toronto woman, for an incident that took place in 2004 at his home.
2021
Conviction Overturned and Release from Prison
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned Cosby's sexual assault conviction, and he was released from prison after serving more than two years of a 3–10 year sentence.
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