RIP

Actor Mike Evans, best known as Lionel Jefferson in the TV comedy series “All in the Family” and “The Jeffersons,” has died. He was 57. Evans died of throat cancer Dec. 14 at his mother’s home in Twentynine Palms, said his niece, Chrystal Evans.Evans, along with Eric Monte, also created and wrote for “Good Times.” Evans kept the role of Lionel when “The Jeffersons” launched in 1975. As an actor, Evans also appeared in the TV shows "Rich Man, Poor Man," "Match Game" and "The Richard Pryor Special." His big screen appearances include "The Voyage of the Yes," where he co-starred with Desi Arnez, Jr. More recently, he appeared in "Walker, Texas Ranger." Evans is survived by daughter Tammy, his mother, Annie Sue, his brother Thomas, cousin Harold, and his niece, Chrystal.

OUR CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY