Wed, 03/17/2010

Happy St. Patrick's Day

The Archive of American Television is getting in the St. Paddy’s Day spirit by recognizing some of the most beloved Irish-American television greats. So, if green beer isn’t your thing, but you’d still like to celebrate, EMMYTVLEGENDS.ORG presents a few Irishmen (and women) who deserve some recognition.

Carroll O’Connor: All in the Family star Carroll O'Connor used the stage name George Roberts in the 1950s, until famed Irish actor Cyril Cusack convinced him to reclaim his name and embrace his Irish heritage!