Fat Albert Animation Cel Set Up W/ Original Background Art 1972 Rare Collectible This is a rare piece of animation art from the fat Albert TV show. I think this is a background and Cel set up of the classroom. I?m not sure which episode it?s from. There is one background and two cels Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids (often referred to simply as Fat Albert) is an American animated television series created, produced, and hosted (in live action bookends) by comedian Bill Cosby, who also lent his voice to a number of characters, including Fat Albert and himself. Filmation was the production company for the series. The show premiered in 1972[1] and ran until 1985 (with new episodes being produced sporadically during that time frame). The show, based on Cosby's remembrances of his childhood gang, focused on Fat Albert (known for his catchphrase "Hey hey hey!"), and his friends.[2]