The Partridge Family
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Mar. 3 2010, Published 6:20 a.m. ET
Check out this classic TV Family!
1. Shirley Jones was the first person cast for the show.
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Shirley Jones was the first person cast for the show.
2. David Madden played band manager Reuben Kincaid.
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David Madden played band manager Reuben Kincaid.
3. David Cassidy became an overnight sensation due to the popularity of the show.
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David Cassidy became an overnight sensation due to the popularity of the show.
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4. David Cassidy is Shirley Jones' real life step-son.
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David Cassidy is Shirley Jones' real life step-son.
5. The Partridge Family was based on real life singing family The Cowsills.
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The Partridge Family was based on real life singing family The Cowsills.
6. The Partridge Family aired for 4 seasons.
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The Partridge Family aired for 4 seasons.