Do you remember the infectious laughter and signature dance moves of "Rerun" from the iconic 70s sitcom, "What's Happening!!"?. Fred Berry, the man behind the character, wasn't just a comedic actor; he was a multifaceted talent whose life story is a poignant tale of soaring highs and devastating lows.

Fred Allen Berry, born on March 19, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri, embodied the spirit of an entertainer from a young age. Long before he donned the red beret and suspenders of Freddie "Rerun" Stubbs, Berry harbored dreams of gracing the stage and screen. His early aspirations weren't solely confined to acting; he was a gifted dancer, honing his skills in the vibrant street dance scene. This foundation in dance would later become a defining characteristic of his most famous role.

Category	Information
Full Name	Fred Allen Berry (Fred "Rerun" Berry)
Date of Birth	March 19, 1951
Place of Birth	St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Date of Death	October 21, 2003
Place of Death	Los Angeles, California, USA
Age at Death	52 years
Occupation	Actor, Comedian, Singer, Dancer, Minister, Motivational Speaker
Known For	Role as Freddie "Rerun" Stubbs on "What's Happening!!" and "What's Happening Now!!"
Marital Status	Married six times to four different women (including Essie Berry)
Children	Including Fred Berry Jr. and Deshannon Berry
Early Career	Street Dancer, Billy Barnes Revue
Breakthrough Role	Freddie "Rerun" Stubbs in "What's Happening!!" (1976-1979)
Other Notable Appearances	"The Andy Williams Show," "My Drama Queen"
Recording Career	Billy Barnes Cast Albums, Solo Album (Ken Berry RFD)
Later Career	Minister, Motivational Speaker
Character Traits (as Rerun)	Known for his girth, dancing ability, red beret, suspenders, and being held back in school.
Legacy	Remembered as a lovable, fun person and a cultural icon.
Reference	Fred Berry IMDB Page