Cloris Leachman – Then

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Cloris Leachman replaced Edna Garrett, starring as the less likable Beverly Ann. Garrett was written out of the show and so Beverly Ann was kept throughout the show. Although Charlotte Rae was sure that she did not want to join the show any longer, she agreed that Leachman was a worthy replacement. The switch-up did not affect the success of the show and Leachman had a healthy fan base.