Bridget Loves Bernie

Bridget Loves Bernie

(CBS, 1972-'73) situation comedy

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(rottentomatoes.com).

"Greener Pastures," the final episode of this controversial (at the time) show had Bernie Steinberg (David Birney) considering relocating from New York City for a job in Rhode Island.

It would be interesting to know why the writers chose Rhode Island as the Steinbergs' possible new home. The controversial reputation of the show stemmed from the inter-religious, inter-class marriage of the main characters, working class Jew Bernie and rich Catholic Bridget (Meredith Baxter Birney). Rhode Island historically has been a haven for persons with minority beliefs. Connection? Random pick? Or was Rhode Island chosen for the usual reason, because of its utility as a punch line?

Last Edited
2022-07-02