Fans of ’90s sitcoms were buzzing recently after spotting one of the era’s most beloved actresses in Los Angeles.

At 71, the star—whose godfather was sitcom producer Norman Lear—turned heads with effortless grace, looking absolutely radiant while out and about on Monday. 

Dressed in a chic white sweater, faded denim, and a black overcoat, she exuded timeless elegance—far removed from the sultry, bold style of her iconic Peg Bundy on Married with Children. 

This look also contrasted with her later roles as Kaley Cuoco’s mother on 8 Simple Rules, the tough-as-nails matriarch on Sons of Anarchy, or her memorable appearances on Shameless alongside Emmy-winning actress Emmy Rossum.

Before her iconic acting career, this versatile star cut her teeth as a singer and songwriter, including backing vocals for music legends like Bob Dylan, Etta James, and Tanya Tucker.

Can you guess which ageless star we’re talking about? 

Fans of ’90s sitcoms were buzzing recently after spotting one of the era’s most beloved actresses in Los Angeles

At 71, the star— whose godfather was sitcom producer Norman Lear —still turns heads with effortless grace, looking absolutely radiant while out and about on Monday

If you guessed Katey Sagal, you’re right!

Born Catherine Louise Sagal on January 19, 1954 in Loa Angeles, the star’s career began in music.

In 1976, she contributed vocals to Moon over Brooklyn and later worked on albums for Gene Simmons, Molly Hatchet, and Olivia Newton-John. 

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She was also a member of Bette Midler’s backup group, the Harlettes. 

Sagal’s musical versatility extended to film, performing in Silent Rage and providing the theme song for Loose Cannons in 1990.

Her acting journey took off in 1985 with the role of a newspaper columnist in Mary before landing her iconic role as Peg Bundy on Married… with Children. 

The show, which ran from 1987 to 1997, made Sagal a household name. 

Post-Married… with Children, she guest-starred on animated series like Recess and voiced Leela in Futurama, a role she would reprise for years, earning a cult following.

Sagal’s career continued with appearances in That ’70s Show and 8 Simple Rules alongside John Ritter. 

Dressed in a chic white sweater, faded denim, and a black overcoat, she exuded timeless elegance—far removed from the sultry, bold style of her iconic Peg Bundy on Married with Children.

Her acting journey took off in 1985 with the role of a newspaper columnist in Mary before landing her iconic role as Peg Bundy on Married… with Children; (pictured with Christina Applegate)

She then transitioned to drama with Sons of Anarchy (2008-2014), where her role as Gemma Teller Morrow earned critical acclaim.

She then transitioned to drama with Sons of Anarchy (2008-2014), where her role as Gemma Teller Morrow earned critical acclaim. 

Afterward, she starred in various projects, including Glee, Pitch Perfect 2, and the film Bleed for This. 

In 2014, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

More recently, Sagal appeared in The Big Bang Theory and Superior Donuts. 

She also made guest appearances in Shameless, ᴅᴇᴀᴅ to Me, and Mayans M.C.

In 2023, she performed live off-Broadway in The Gospel According to Heather.

Sagal’s personal life includes marriages to Freddie Beckmeier, Jack White, and writer-producer Kurt Sutter. 

She and Sutter have a daughter, Esmé, born via surrogate in 2007. 

This look also contrasted with her later roles as Kaley Cuoco ’s mother on 8 Simple Rules; (pictured 2002)

Katey made memorable appearances on Shameless alongside Emmy-winning actress Emmy Rossum 

Katey also made an appearance on ᴅᴇᴀᴅ to Me

Katey also portrayed John Goodman’s love interest on The Conners 

Sagal and late husband Jack White pictured at 44th Birthday Party for Gene Simmons on August 29, 1993 at the Sports Center in Studio City, California

Sagal takes great pride in her ability to remain relevant in Hollywood for over five decades. 

‘The biggest comment I get is, “Wow, you’re still working!”‘ she told EW in 2022. 

‘I’ve started to say it to myself sometimes. I’m like, “Wow, this is so great that I’m able to continue to be a working actor and still be interested in the roles that I’m getting to play.”‘

‘I feel very grateful about that.’