Katie Couric Instagram – Legendary writer-producer-developer Norman Lear, who revolutionized American comedy with shows like “All in the Family,” “The Jeffersons,” Sanford and Son,” “Maude,” and “One Day at a Time,” died Tuesday. He was 101. Lear’s publicist confirmed that he died at his home in LA of natural causes. “Thank you for the moving outpouring of love and support in honor of our wonderful husband, father, and grandfather,” Lear’s family said in a statement. “Norman lived a life of creativity, tenacity, and empathy. He deeply loved our country and spent a lifetime helping to preserve its founding ideals of justice and equality for all. Knowing and loving him has been the greatest of gifts.” 📷: Getty