Why did Carl Reiner decide to use "My Blonde-Haired Brunette", an episode about Laura, as the second episode of the series instead of the ninth (as originally planned)?
Answer He wanted to highlight Mary Tyler Moore
Carl Reiner was so impressed with Mary Tyler Moore's performance that he wanted to highlight her character ASAP. He even considered airing it as the series debut.
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