Complex sentence: The series proved to be a huge success, running from 1972 until 1977, becoming a part of 1970 s culture and famous for its sex scenes and nudity, somewhat risque at the time, and also for its comedy characters.
Split into simpler sentences: The series proved to be a huge success, running from 1972 until 1977. It was known for its sex scenes and nudity, somewhat risque at the time, and for its comedy characters.