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Sanford and Son S2E16 — A Visit From Lena Horne
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Sanford and Son•Season 2•Episode 16

A Visit From Lena Horne

8.3/10 · 199 votesJan 12, 197330 min

Ranked #3 of 24 in Season 2•+0.5 vs season avg

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Fred and Lamont take a tour through the NBC studios and Fred gets a kick out of seeing Johnny Carson's parking spot. However, what Fred really gets a kick out of is seeing Lena Horne's car and sneaks into her dressing room. After

Directed byJack Shea
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Episode Summary

"A Visit From Lena Horne" is episode 16 of Sanford and Son season 2. It scored 8.3/10 from 199 votes, ranking #3 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Jack Shea, it aired on January 12, 1973.

Next: E17 · Lamont Goes AfricanBest of Season 2