Quote by Larry Hagman

I think that everybody in the world, whatever colour or creed, has a jerk like JR in his or her family somewhere. Whether it is a father, uncle, cousin or brother, everybody can identify with JR and that certainly had something to do with the success of 'Dallas.'

I think that everybody in the world, whatever colour or cree

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This quote suggests that the success of the television show 'Dallas' can be attributed to the relatability of its character JR and the presence of similar individuals in every family. It implies that regardless of race or religion, everyone can recognize someone within their own family who exhibits similar characteristics to JR, such as being a troublemaker or antagonist. This relatability likely played a role in resonating with audiences and contributing to the show's popularity.

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