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Jean Stapleton's classic Edith 'dingbat' scenes

Jean Stapleton won three Emmys and was nominated five other times for her role as Edith Bunker, the lovable "dingbat" wife of Archie Bunker (Caroll O'Connor) on the classic CBS sitcom "All in the Family." Her vibrant career took her to other high places, earning two more nominations for her role as Eleanor Roosevelt in "First Lady of the World" and for a guest spot on "Grace Under Fire."But she wa
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Jean Stapleton won three Emmys and was nominated five other times for her role as Edith Bunker, the lovable "dingbat" wife of Archie Bunker (Caroll O'Connor) on the classic CBS sitcom "All in the Family." Her vibrant career took her to other high places, earning two more nominations for her role as Eleanor Roosevelt in "First Lady of the World" and for a guest spot on "Grace Under Fire."

But she was always Edith Bunker in our hearts. Here's just a few of Stapleton's best moments playing one of America's favorite TV moms.

Edith and Archie sing the 'All in the Family' theme song

Edith stands up to Archie: 'I ain’t taking no orders! I can be a sunshine lady if I wanna be!'

Edith asks Archie for an allowance

Edith reads 'Playgirl'

Edith and her cling peaches

Edith on menopause

Archie tells Edith how much she means to him