Cliff Huxtable

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Dr. Heathcliff Isaac Huxtable is a fictional character and the protagonist of the NBC sitcom The Cosby Show, which aired from 1984 to 1992. He was portrayed by actor and comedian Bill Cosby and appeared in all 201 episodes of the show. Cliff is the Huxtable family patriarch, portrayed as lighthearted and humorous in his interactions with those close to him. Although he is depicted as a devoted father and husband, a recurring joke in the series involves his unsuccessful efforts to encourage his adult children to move out of the family home. The character had a mostly positive reception from critics and was named as the "Greatest Television Dad". Cosby's portrayal of Cliff Huxtable caused him to gain a reputation as "America's Dad". He was frequently shown wearing colorful sweaters.

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