Before 'Black-ish': Man and Wife TV Show's Unseen Blended Family Humor

Way before shows like "Black-ish" and "Modern Family" were all the rage, there was this little sitcom called "Mann & Wife" hanging out on Bounce TV. It starred a real-life couple, David and Tamela Mann, playing Daniel and Toni, a cop and a teacher trying to make their blended family work in Atlanta. It wasn't always smooth sailing, but it was definitely funny and relatable for a lot of folks....

August 27, 2025 · 7 min · 1397 words · Madeleine Lapointe