Donna Reed changed the way TV portrayed women. On The Donna Reed Show, she refused to play the silent, submissive sitcom mom. Instead, her character was witty, confident, and realistic. Discover how Reed’s quiet rebellion against stereotypes made her one of the most important female figures in 1950s television.
Highlights:
*Donna Reed rejected sitcom stereotypes
*Portrayed strong, witty mother
*Quiet rebellion against 1950s norms
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