Major Feuds, Multiple Cancellations and a Near-Death Experience: 20 Secrets About Family Guy You Probably Forgot

Why it matters
However, all the negative attention hasn't fazed MacFarlane, who told The Advocate in 2008, "That's like getting hate mail from Hitler.
Key takeaways
- Seth MacFarlane's Family Guy debuted on FOX 27 years ago, introducing viewers to the Griffin family.
- The show officially returned to the network on May 1, 2005, where 11.85 million people tuned in.
- Despite its massive success, Family Guy has been the target of criticism from those who just can't get down with its at-time crass and controversial sense of humor.
- The show has earned inclusion on the PTC's annual list of Worst Prime-Time Shows for Family Viewing in 2000, 2005 and 2006.
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