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Kurtwood Smith said he never saw himself doing a sitcom as an actor.
  • Kurtwood Smith played Red Forman on "That '70s Show" and reprised the role for "That '90s Show."
  • He never saw himself in a sitcom, but it's one of his favorite jobs to date — and he credits the writers with making it so funny.
  • Fans who recognize him will often come up and ask him to call them "a dumbass" just like Red would.

This Q&A is based on a conversation with Kurtwood Smith, who plays Red Forman on "That '70s Show" and "That '90s Show." It has been edited for length and clarity. 

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