[post_page_title]Similarities[/post_page_title]
Charlotte Rae is from Appleton, Wisconsin; Mrs. Garrett’s character is also from rural Wisconsin. There were a lot of art imitates life on the show.
For example, in the episode where Natalie’s father passes away, Rae narrates the episode with the story of the passing of her real-life father back in the 1950s. Producers felt that when there is a personal edge to the episode it resonates more and becomes more relatable.
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