Where are These Beloved Sitcom Moms Today?

#10: Bonnie Franklin Now

Franklin continued to work steadily after One Day at a Time, appearing on stage and guest-starring on shows like Hot in Cleveland and The Young and the Restless. She never chased superstardom — she preferred meaningful work and staying connected to the theater roots that shaped her.

Offscreen, she was known for her intelligence and activism, particularly in women’s rights and education. When she passed in 2013, tributes poured in from fans and co-stars who saw her as a pioneer. Bonnie Franklin didn’t just play progress — she lived it, with humor and heart until the end.