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5 Best Sitcom Grandmas Of All Time, Ranked

staff@tvline.com (Zakaria Ali) — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 02:12:00 +0000

Some sitcom grandmas offer warmth and wisdom, while others bring chaos and laughs. These five memorable characters prove there's no one way to be a grandma

Before Star Trek's Data, Brent Spiner Had A Recurring Role On This Hit '80s Sitcom

staff@tvline.com (Gil Macias) — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 18:52:00 +0000

In the mid-80s, Brent Spiner played a perpetually unlucky man always getting himself into legal trouble on this sitcom, which was revived in 2023.

Before Gilligan's Island, Bob Denver Starred In A Beloved '60s Sitcom

staff@tvline.com (Gil Macias) — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 15:12:00 +0000

Most people think Gilligan was Bob Denver's breakthrough TV role, but that's not actually the case. It was this beloved '60s sitcom that gave him his big break.

5 Beloved '70s Sitcoms That Don't Hold Up Today

staff@tvline.com (Jonathan Siefer) — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 01:52:00 +0000

There's no shortage of iconic series from the 1970s, but for every sitcom that stands the test of time, you get two that would never fly with viewers today.

Why Holland Taylor Left Two And A Half Men

staff@tvline.com (David Rode) — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 21:12:00 +0000

Holland Taylor was a regular fixture as Charlie's mother in the first six seasons of "Two and a Half Men," but she only appeared as a guest star after that.

Before Friends, Jennifer Aniston Starred In A Forgotten '90s Sketch Comedy Show

staff@tvline.com (Ayomikun Adekaiyero) — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:12:00 +0000

Friends turned Jennifer Aniston into an icon, but before she won over everyone's hearts as Rachel Green, she starred in one of the edgiest series of the 1990s.

How Lucille Ball Influenced The Brady Bunch's Name

staff@tvline.com (Kira Deshler) — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:12:00 +0000

"The Brady Bunch" almost had a different name entirely, and Lucille Ball had an indirect hand in it being changed.

The Brady Bunch Wasn't Nearly As Popular As Everyone Believes

staff@tvline.com (Sarah Druhan) — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:12:00 +0000

Audiences and critics didn't welcome The Brady Bunch with open arms back in 1969. Despite the sitcom's legacy, the Bradys fought an uphill battle to success.

Gilligan's Island Actor Alan Hale Jr. Almost Missed His Chance To Play The Skipper

staff@tvline.com (Sarah Druhan) — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:12:00 +0000

To audition for his role as The Skipper in "Gilligan's Island," beloved actor Alan Hale Jr. had to go on quite an adventure - and it all began in the desert.

Happy's Place Showrunner Tees Up Jane Lynch's Return As Gabby's Mom — And How James Denton Will Complicate Bobbie's Love Life

staff@tvline.com (Ryan Schwartz) — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000

TVLine has an exclusive sneak peek at Jane Lynch's return as Gabby's mom Val on Happy's Place, plus scoop on James Denton's debut as Bobbie's new love interest.

Scrubs Sheds New Light On J.D. And Elliot's Divorce — And Makes A Strong Case For More Episodes

staff@tvline.com (Ryan Schwartz) — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 01:31:00 +0000

Scrubs sheds new light on J.D. and Elliot's divorce while also demonstrating why the revival needs longer seasons, argues TVLine's Ryan Schwartz.

What Brady Bunch Star Robert Reed Really Thought Of His Younger Co-Stars

staff@tvline.com (Esme Mazzeo) — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 02:12:00 +0000

In front of the cameras, Robert Reed was a loving father and stepfather to the six kids on "The Brady Bunch." But what was his real, unvarnished view of them?

The First Sitcom Michael J. Fox Starred In Is Impossible To Stream

staff@tvline.com (Jonathan Siefer) — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 00:12:00 +0000

Before he played Alex P. Keaton on "Family Ties" or Marty McFly in the "Back to the Future" movies, Michael J. Fox co-starred in a Canadian TV series.

Patrick Stewart Guest-Starred In One Of Frasier's Best Episodes

staff@tvline.com (Joe Capraro) — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:03:55 +0000

The late Patrick Stewart played an opera conductor in the "Frasier" Season 11 episode "The Doctor is Out," which has an impressive rating on IMDb.

The Real-Life Reason The Big Bang Theory's Penny Is From Nebraska

staff@tvline.com (Ashley Wijangco) — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 02:12:00 +0000

Kaley Cuoco's claim-to-fame character isn't from the Cornhusker State by coincidence. Her backstory is inspired by someone very close to TBBT.

NBC Nearly Rejected Michael J. Fox For Family Ties For An Absurd Reason

staff@tvline.com (Zakaria Ali) — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 01:12:00 +0000

At one point in history, the showbiz rise and success of Michael J. Fox in the 1980s did not necessarily look like a foregone conclusion.

5 Sitcoms That Had A Supporting Character Who Became The Focus Of The Show

staff@tvline.com (DeVonne Goode) — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 00:52:00 +0000

Sometimes, plans for a sitcom change on the fly due to overwhelming audience demand. Here are some side characters who required a bigger spotlight.

Before Young Sheldon, Emily Osment Was A Regular On Another Chuck Lorre Series

staff@tvline.com (Ashley Wijangco) — Sun, 01 Nov 2026 22:12:00 +0000

When the Mandy McAllister actor arrived in the Big Bang Universe on Season 5 of Young Sheldon, she had quite a bit of prior experience in television comedy.

5 Big Bang Theory Jokes That Didn't Age Well

staff@tvline.com (Ashley Wijangco) — Sun, 01 Nov 2026 20:52:00 +0000

Sheldon and Howard's attitudes towards women were already pretty questionable in the late 2000s. In the 2020s, they're the epitome of cringe.

Why Matthew Perry Wished Friends Wasn't Quite As Popular As It Was During Its Peak

staff@tvline.com (Michael Boyle) — Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:12:00 +0000

Friends was one of TV's biggest hits, but Matthew Perry had mixed feelings about its success. Here's what he said and which episode he loved most.