America's favorite father figure and one of the most well known comedians and entertainers in the world, Bill Cosby got his big break in 1965 with I Spy. He was one of the original cast members of The Electric Company and was deeply dedicated to education, creating Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids, combining cartoons with important lessons. Cosby starred in numerous movies, including Mother, Jugs & Speed and California Suite. It was The Cosby Show, however, that forever ensured Cosby's place in television history. Originally rejected by ABC, it was an instant hit on NBC, becoming one of t…