Where Are They Now? The Cast of The Nanny
The Nanny, a beloved sitcom airing from 1993 to 1999, captivated audiences with its memorable cast. This article explores the careers and lives of the actors who brought The Nanny to life after the show’s finale.
Fran Drescher, star of The Nanny, played the iconic Fran Fine. After the show, Drescher continued acting in sitcoms like Living with Fran and Happily Divorced, voiced characters in the Hotel Transylvania films, and became SAG-AFTRA president in 2021.
Charles Shaughnessy, who played Maxwell Sheffield, Fran’s employer and eventual husband, maintained a prominent career after The Nanny. He appeared in shows like The Magicians, Mad Men, and General Hospital, and co-founded 3S Media Solutions Inc.
Daniel Davis, known for his portrayal of the witty butler Niles, continued acting in television and theater. He secured roles in shows like The Blacklist, Elementary, and The Good Fight, and appeared in Broadway productions.
Lauren Lane, who played C.C. Babcock, Maxwell’s business partner and Fran’s rival, shifted her focus to theater after The Nanny. She primarily works at the Zachary Scott Theatre and is a professor at Texas State University.
Nicholle Tom, who played Maggie Sheffield, remained active in the entertainment industry. She voiced characters in animated series like Superman: The Animated Series and appeared in shows like Criminal Minds and Gotham.
Benjamin Salisbury, who portrayed Brighton Sheffield, transitioned to a behind-the-scenes career after The Nanny. He is currently the Director of Operations at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Madeline Zima, who played Grace Sheffield, continued acting in film and television. She starred in A Cinderella Story and appeared in shows like Californication and Twin Peaks.
Renée Taylor, who played Sylvia Fine, Fran’s mother, had a successful career before and after The Nanny. She was nominated for an Academy Award for co-writing Lovers and Other Strangers and continued acting in shows like How I Met Your Mother.
Ann Morgan Guilbert, who portrayed Yetta Rosenberg, Fran’s grandmother, had a long television career. Known for her role on The Dick Van Dyke Show, she continued acting until her passing in 2016.
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