In the Sanford and Son episode “Sanford and Rising Son” from Season 5, the character Ah Chew, played by Pat Portia, plays a prominent role. Ah Chew is Lamont’s friend who comes to visit the Sanford household.
The episode revolves around Ah Chew, who is an aspiring actor trying to make it in Hollywood. Lamont helps Ah Chew rehearse lines for an audition, but Fred is skeptical of Ah Chew’s acting abilities and acting ambitions.
Fred believes Ah Chew is wasting his time pursuing an acting career and tries to convince him to give up on his dreams. However, Ah Chew remains determined and eventually lands a role in a TV commercial.
This leads to a conflict between Fred and Ah Chew, as Fred continues to doubt Ah Chew’s talents and success.
The episode highlights the tensions between pursuing one’s passions versus conforming to societal expectations, as well as the challenges faced by aspiring actors trying to break into the industry. Ah Chew’s character provides a sympathetic portrayal of the struggles and determination required to achieve one’s dreams in the face of skepticism from others.
